London Borough of Havering
Sports Coach/Activity Leader (Sessional)
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Summary:
Are you passionate about sport and inspiring people to lead active, healthy lives? We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Sports Coaches and Activity Leaders to join our Sports Development team and help deliver a diverse programme of sporting activities across Havering
Sports Coach / Activity Leader X 8
Salay £32655 - 351099pa
This is a casual position with no guaranteed hours. Work will be offered according to service demand, including sports development programmes, holiday activities, events and community initiatives. Flexibility is available, and individuals may accept or decline work offered depending on their availability
Grade 4 (Sessional) Culture & Leisure Service | London Borough of Havering
Are you passionate about sport and inspiring people to lead active, healthy lives? We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Sports Coaches and Activity Leaders to join our Sports Development team and help deliver a diverse programme of sporting activities across Havering
Whether you specialise in a particular sport or enjoy leading a range of activities, this is an exciting opportunity to make a positive difference to children, young people and adults across our communities.
Sports Coach / Activity Leader X 8
Salay £32655 - 351099pa
This is a casual position with no guaranteed hours. Work will be offered according to service demand, including sports development programmes, holiday activities, events and community initiatives. Flexibility is available, and individuals may accept or decline work offered depending on their availability
Grade 4 (Sessional)
Culture & Leisure Service | London Borough of Havering
Are you passionate about sport and inspiring people to lead active, healthy lives? We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Sports Coaches and Activity Leaders to join our Sports Development team and help deliver a diverse programme of sporting activities across Havering
Whether you specialise in a particular sport or enjoy leading a range of activities, this is an exciting opportunity to make a positive difference to children, young people and adults across our communities.
About the Role
As a Sports Coach / Activity Leader, you will deliver high-quality coaching sessions and sports activities for a range of age groups and abilities, from beginners through to performance level participants. You may also support and lead activities within our holiday programmes at venues throughout the borough.
Working as part of the Sports Development programme, you will help create enjoyable, inclusive and safe sporting opportunities that encourage participation and improve wellbeing across the community.
What You'll Be Doing
Delivering coaching sessions in your chosen sport to children, young people and adults.
Planning and leading sports and physical activity programmes.
Supporting the delivery of holiday activity programmes across a variety of venues.
Maintaining attendance registers and session records.
Ensuring the safe use of sports equipment and facilities.
Promoting health and safety and safeguarding requirements at all times.
Where required, following agreed procedures for the collection and handling of monies.
About You
We are looking for individuals who:
Have experience coaching, leading, or assisting with sports sessions for children, young people and/or adults.
Are enthusiastic about encouraging participation and developing sporting skills.
Can communicate effectively with participants, parents, colleagues and partners.
Deliver excellent customer service and create a welcoming environment for all.
Are reliable, organised and able to work independently.
Demonstrate respect, professionalism and a commitment to equality and inclusion.
Essential Requirements
An appropriate National Governing Body (NGB) coaching qualification relevant to your sport
Desirable Requirements
First Aid Certificate
Why Join Havering?
At Havering, we are committed to creating active and healthier communities. You will have the opportunity to work within a supportive team, deliver rewarding community programmes and make a lasting impact on local residents. We value diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity in both employment and service delivery.
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Requisition Details
- Job ID: #6621
- Employer: London Borough of Havering
- Location: Hornchurch, United Kingdom
- Closing Date: 2026-11-10T23:59:00+00:00
- Contract: Part time
- Last Verified: 2026-10-28
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