Job Description

Job type:

Part Time, Fixed Term

Start date:

26th August 2025

Apply by:

2 June 2025

Job overview

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Richard Huish College has a strong reputation regionally in its offer of a wide range of A level and vocational courses in Taunton and the surrounding areas in Somerset.

We are currently seeking an engaging and enthusiastic Sports Coach to join our hugely successful programme, supporting our students in a variety of disciplines.



Candidates will be required to coach a group 16-19yr olds of mixed ability, delivering a programme focused on team and player development, as well as enthusing and engaging students to encourage regular participation. The candidates will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and will fully embrace the sporting and educational ethos within the College. The successful candidate will have coaching experience, current coaching qualifications (Level 2 and above preferred) or a PE teacher qualification, as well as first aid certification.



Candidates would need to be available to coach on Mondays 15:00-16:30, Wednesdays 12:30-16:00, Friday 15:00-16:30



Richard Huish is a welcoming, supportive and exciting place to work, which promotes a culture of respect and high aspirations for both staff and students.

Salary:

16.80 - 25.00 p/hour (depending on qualifications and experience)

Hours:

6.5 hours per week on Fixed term, annual Contract; start date - 28 weeks worked between 26th August 2025 to 30th April 2026. Candidates must be available Mondays 15:00-16:30, Wednesdays 12:30-16:00, Friday 15:00-16:30

Start Date:

26th August 2025

Closing date:

9am on 2nd June 2025

Interview date:

wk bg 9th June 2025

To apply for this position, please complete the online application form and use the supporting statement box to explain how your values, knowledge, experience, skills and abilities meet the requirements of the .

Please provide a full employment history since leaving education and explain any gaps in your employment history and include dates. CVs and incomplete application forms will not be accepted.

Please read the application guidance notes and the Principals letter to applicants.

Richard Huish College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

These posts require a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.

We actively promote equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

As part of the shortlisting, Richard Huish College may undertake an online search in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance


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About

Richard Huish College

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Richard Huish College

South Road, Taunton
Somerset
TA1 3DZ
United Kingdom

+44 1823 320 800

Richard Huish College is a Sixth Form College situated in Taunton, the County town of Somerset. Huish prides itself on its academic excellence and strong reputation across Somerset and the Southwest, it is more than a Sixth Form College, it is a place where students can expand their horizons and develop their futures. Huish is also one of the best Sixth Form Colleges in the country, with strong outcomes and a long history of 'adding value' to students.



Huish has over 2,500 students studying A Levels, Level 2 and 3 vocational courses, Apprenticeships and professional qualifications (up to Level 7). Huish is proud to have established and be part of the Richard Huish Education Group, working collaboratively with a local 11-16 academy and five primary schools. All students are supported by a strong ethos of personal attention and support, helping students to achieve the best results they are capable of.



The College is based on a beautiful, green campus which it is continually developing to improve the learning environment of students. Recent building projects include a sports hall, Visual Arts Centre and state of the art Music Centre.



Huge value is placed at Huish on the professional development of our staff. The College has a stimulating and supportive learning culture at its heart, with a growing tradition of practitioner research and collaboration with other local, regional and national education and business communities. We believe that it is only by supporting each other and working together that we achieve the best for our students. As a college and a Trust, we are committed to supporting the Education Staff Charter and putting wellbeing at the centre of everything we do.



Emma Fielding



Principal



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