Life Coach jobs in Bonnyrigg

Cargilfield is the leading independent preparatory school in Scotland, situated in Barnton, Edinburgh, with a current school roll of 300 boys and girls aged 3 to 13.

The School is seeking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Sports Coach to join our Games Department and support our Head of Games in delivering the sports programme to all of our pupils from Primary 3 upwards. The Sports Coach would also be expected to join the Boarding team who manage the flexi, weekly and weekend boarding at the School.

Applications close: Friday 31st January 2025

Start date: ASAP

We aim to appoint the best candidate and so we could look to split the role further.

The School would be happy to speak to any candidates ahead of making an application and to answer any further questions.

The Positions:

The Sports Coach would work alongside our Head of Games in teaching and promoting sport within Cargilfield.

The successful candidate will be a sportsperson who has played at an advanced level in one or more of the School’s core sports (hockey, cricket, netball and rugby). The expertise to deliver high quality coaching experiences for our pupils is crucial. The ability to engage, motivate and develop our pupils across the full range of sporting opportunities at the School will be key to success. An officiating or coaching qualification is highly desirable. Excellent subject knowledge and effective communication skills will be essential.

If you are passionate about sport, committed to high standards and excited by the opportunity to inspire and develop our pupils love of sport, we would like to hear from you. We are particularly interested in those who have significant experience playing and coaching hockey.

The Boarding Staff are responsible to the Headmaster and Boarding Coordinator for the well-being and pastoral care of all boarding pupils. They also help to create a welcoming environment in which pupils can enjoy their weekly, flexi or weekend boarding experience.

This role requires an understanding of children, a degree of patience, tolerance and understanding, as well as operating in accordance with the rules and protocols of the school.

Ideal candidates will:

· have a high level of emotional intelligence and be calm under pressure.

· bring a dynamic approach to life in the boarding house at Cargilfield.

· be willing to contribute to the life of this busy prep school.

· be ready to work hard to support the children in their care.

· communicate effectively with children, parents and colleagues, both orally and in writing.

· be good team players.

The remuneration package will include:

• An apartment within the School – rent-free and with utilities covered
• Pension
• Generous holiday allowance during Christmas, Easter and summer holidays
• School meals throughout the year when the School’s kitchens are open.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/01/2025
Reference ID: SPORTS COACH AND BOARDING STAFF