PE and Sports Coach at Trident Preparatory

Job Description

Trident Preparatory Solwezi is an international primary school with a diverse student and staff body, offering both the Cambridge and IPC curriculums. Situated within the Kansanshi Golf Estate in Sol- wezi, Zambia, the school provides access to high-quality sporting facilities in a secure environment. The Trident group of schools consists of three prep schools and one secondary school. Trident Prep Solwezi offers a well-rounded education across academics, sports, arts, and culture.

Educore Services is seeking a suitably qualified, experienced, and enthusiastic:

PE AND SPORTS COACH

The appointee will report to the Head Teacher and be responsible for coordinating and leading the PE and Sports Program. This will include all class PE lessons and Co-Curricular Sport sessions. Developing key sports throughout all age groups is essential to ensure the ongoing progression of our students. This in- volves internal physical education and sport activities, as well as interschool competitions.

Main Purpose of the Job

To implement and coordinate the physical education and sports program
To promote a healthy lifestyle among the pupils, including an understand of human movement
To collaborate with other schools to create opportunities for competition and festivals, including regular activities between the Trident Schools.
To lead the staff in presenting a diverse cocurricular program that provides opportunities for broad participation and excellence

Qualifications and Experience

To implement and coordinate the physical education and sports program.
To promote a healthy lifestyle among the pupils, including an understand of human movement.
To collaborate with other schools to create opportunities for competition and festivals, including regular activities between the Trident Schools.
To lead the staff in presenting a diverse cocurricular program that provides opportunities for broad participation and excellence

Key Skills

Proven track record in organising sporting event
Experience in a competitive school environment.
Ability to lead, develop and coordinate staff in achieving shared objectives within the school
Proven experience in extra-mural activities that enrich the school timetable and broaden students exposure to activities outside the classroom.
Enjoyment in working with children across a range of ages.
Ability to teach students of varying abilities within a primary setting.
Ability to innovate, engage, and motivate students
Self-driven and self-motivated, with a collaborative approach to meeting the objectives of the larger organiza- tion.

Applications

Please complete the following online application: https://forms.office.com/e/pdLxR0bCn5
Start Date is negotiable, but preferably 1st January 2025.

Application closing date: 9 November 2024

Due to Educore Services’ commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and a criminal record check. Educore reserves the right not to make an appointment Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.