Trainee Sports Coach / Sports Assistant

Flexible Hours - Part-Time or Full-Time - Weekdays, Weekends or Holidays

Location: South East London & South West London
Pay: Competitive hourly & day rates
Start: Immediate opportunities available

Payrates

* NVQ Qualified Camp Staff: £115 - £120 a day

* Wrap around care (PM after school club): £30 - £40 shift rate (3 hours)

* Weekend and Wraparound hourly rate: £12.21 per hour

* 16 - 18 years / apprentice hourly rate: £10.00

About us!

For over a decade, Munchkin Sports has inspired 4,000+ children weekly across South East London and Bromley. We deliver After School Clubs, Weekend Classes, PE Provisions and Holiday Camps centred around confidence, coordination, agility and fun. Our team is known for its energy, inclusivity and professionalism—and we're growing.

We're now hiring flexible Trainee Sports Coaches & Sports Assistants / Children's Activity Assistants who want to work with children in a fun, active and rewarding environment and join our coach mentoring and training programme!

Why This Role Is Perfect for You...

This role suits school leavers, new university students, students seeking holiday work, and PGCE trainees wanting hands-on experience in sports, childcare or education. You choose how much you work—from 1 shift a week to full-time—around your lifestyle and commitments.

Where You Can Work

After School Clubs

Munchkin Sports PE Provisions

Weekend Sports Classes

Summer Camps & Holiday Camps

Wraparound Care

You can work regular weekly shifts, casual/adhoc, or apply for fixed-hour contracts.

Shift Options

After School Clubs: 14:30-15:30

Wraparound PM Care: 14:30-18:00

Weekend Sessions: 08:45-12:45

Holiday Camps: 07:45-16:45 or 09:00-18:00

Fixed Weekly Contract Options

Wraparound Care: 3-15 hours per week

Weekend Coaching: 4-8 hours per week

Holiday Camps: 8-40 hours per week

What You'll Do

* Support coaches with fun, active sessions

* Help deliver engaging children's activities

* Encourage confidence, teamwork and participation

* Supervise groups aged 4-11

* Maintain a safe, positive environment

* Communicate with families when needed

* Represent Munchkin Sports with energy and professionalism

Who We're Looking For

We hire personality and potential, not just experience.

You'll be:

Confident, friendly and reliable

Someone who enjoys working with children

Responsible and trustworthy

Energetic and positive

Happy in a fast-paced, active environment

We welcome applicants with backgrounds in:

Youth work

Babysitting/childcare

Customer service

Teaching assistant roles

Camp counselling

Sports leadership awards

Performing arts or dance

Leisure or fitness roles

What You'll Receive

* Flexible hours that fit your schedule

* Full training (no experience needed)

* Uniform and equipment provided

* DBS check arranged

* Friendly, supportive work environment

* Progression opportunities

* Experience within top South London schools

Apply Today

If you're enthusiastic, reliable and excited to support children through fun, active sessions, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply with your CV and include your availability and why you'd like to join the Munchkin Sports team