Trainee Sports Coach / Sports Assistant
Flexible Hours - Part-Time or Full-Time - Weekdays, Weekends or Holidays
Location: South East London & Bromley
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 Sports Assistants / Children’s Activity Assistants who want to work with children in a fun, active and rewarding environment and join our coach 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