Fife Council
Casual Active School Coach
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Casual Active School Coach
Active Schools Coaches – North East Fife (Casual)
Proposed Interview Date & Application Details
Interview Date: Tuesday 21 July 2026
Closing Date: Sunday 12 July 2026
Contract Type: Casual
Salary: FC6 £16.92 per hour
Working Pattern: As and when required (hours between 8am–7pm).
Location: Various locations across North East Fife.
Supporting Statement Requirement
As part of your application, you must provide a Supporting Statement (not a CV) detailing:
- How your skills and experience align with the role.
- Avoid submission without this—your application will otherwise not be progressed.
- Upload it in the "upload resumé" section.
For templates and guidance:
- Learn how to apply: https://www.fife.gov.uk/jobs/how-to-apply
- Supporting Statement FAQ: http://www.fife.gov.uk/jobs/supportingstatement
Job Details
Within the Fife Active Schools workforce, Active Schools Coaches will deliver high-quality sport and physical activity sessions across North-East Fife as part of:
- Extra-curricular clubs
- Parasport and Parasport Gold programmes
- Targeted physical activity initiatives
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Work Location: Schools and community venues across Fife
The Role
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver sport and physical activity sessions in partnership with schools and community outlets.
- Engage with children (aged 5+), including those with additional support needs, fostering incl hunter and equitable access.
- Develop programs that align with national activity targets (e.g. Active Schools 2025).
- Collaborate with schools, communities, and council teams to expand participation.
- Adapt sessions to diverse needs, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience in working with children/young people.
- Relevant qualification/experience in:
- Sport coaching or education
- Working with children who have additional support needs
- Certification preferred (e.g. Level 2 Sports Coaching, QCF Child Protection)
- Empathy, enthusiasm, and an ability to demonstrate a can-do attitude.
Additional Information
Before appointment, you must obtain:
- A Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership via Disclosure Scotland.
Further Resources & Contacts
Useful Links
- Role Profile (for Supporting Statements): Instructor – Extra-Curricular Activity
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Employee Benefits: Discounts and perks via Fife Council’s benefit packages.
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AI & Recruitment Policy
- Fife Council understands AI usage in applications/pre-interview prep.
- Candidate AI guidelines: AI and Recruitment Guidance
Contact for Enquiries
Ask questions via email: ElizabethF.Anderson@fife.gov.uk
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