SPEC Training Schools

WE'RE HIRING: SPORTS COACHES

After School Clubs | Chelmsford & Basildon

Do you light up a room with energy? Can you turn a shy kid into a confident one? Then we want YOU on the SPEC Training Schools team!

We're looking for passionate Sports Coaches to run our after-school clubs in two locations:

📍 Chelmsford
📍 Basildon

What we need from you:

• A genuine passion for working with kids and sport

• Confident, energetic personality, you can hold a room of primary school kids

• Reliable and punctual

• Enhanced DBS check (or willing to get one)

• Own transport to get between venues

Coaching qualifications, safeguarding certs or first aid are essential.

Flexible after-school hours. Real impact on kids' confidence and wellbeing. A fun, supportive team behind you.

Fancy joining us? Drop us a message, comment below or email us at [email protected] and we'll be in touch!

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The Big Picture: Active children are more likely to become active adults. The healthy habits they form on the playground today are an investment in their long-term health.

A deep dive into how exercise supports the mind and the benefits. So if you are thinking about being active do it !! So many benefits for your mind and wellbeing.

This is what the basic foundations of sport teach, our children. Which then translates and develops later in life.

It's a Fact: Exercise is one of the most effective ways to boost mental well-being in children, reducing stress and improving mood. A healthy body supports a happy mind.

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Regular physical education has been shown to improve academic performance, including better concentration and memory. A healthy body fuels a healthy mind!

Did You Know? Only 24% of children aged 5-16 meet the recommended guideline of 60 minutes of physical activity per day. At SPEC, we're on a mission to change that. Our programs are designed to get kids moving, making health and fitness an exciting part of their daily routine.

The Power of Sport in Child Development

Sport is so much more than games and competition.
For children, it’s a powerful tool for life.

Through sport, young people develop:

- Confidence: by achieving goals, big and small.
- Resilience: by learning to push through setbacks.
- Teamwork: by understanding the value of collaboration.
- Discipline: by committing to something bigger than themselves.
- Leadership: by stepping up when it matters most.

But none of this happens by accident.

It happens because of coaches.

A coach isn't just teaching a skill or running a session.
A coach is building character.
A coach is shaping future leaders, teammates, and contributors to society.
A coach is often the voice that says "You can" when a young person doubts themselves.

The role of a coach is critical.
Not just for athletic success, but for human success.

If you work with young people in sport, remember:
Every session is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.