Lions Coaching Opportunities
Join Our Elite Team of Professional Coaches
Whether you’re looking for residential camp work, term-time school coaching, or opportunities to shape programmes, Lions provides a professional platform to grow.
Coaching Services & Opportunities
Coach With Us
Whether you want to:
- Coach at our Residential & Holiday Camps
- Deliver School Sport & Curriculum Programmes
- Contribute to Programme & Curriculum Development
—we offer flexible opportunities that match your expertise, availability, and ambitions.
- Residential Camps
- School Partnerships
- Curriculum Development
How We Work
Our Coaching Pathway
We’ve built a professional, supportive onboarding process designed to get to know you properly — not just your CV, but how you coach, communicate, and connect with young people.
Once approved, you become part of our coaching pool and will be offered work aligned to your preferences:
- Term-Time School Coaching
- Holiday Residential & Day Camps
- Specialist Programme Delivery
This model allows many of our coaches to enjoy year-round opportunities combining school and holiday work.
Our Network
Our Partner Schools
We work with leading educational institutions across the UK, providing expert coaching services that enhance their sports programs and help develop the next generation of athletes.
Partners
Our Partner Schools
Wetherby Senior School
Partnership since 2020
Alleyn’s School
Partnership since 2019
St Dunstan’s College
Partnership since 2020
Westminster Under School
Partnership since 2020
University College School
Partnership since 2020
Haberdashers’ Aske’s Girl School
Partnership since 2020
Lord Wandsworth School
Partnership since 2020
Henley College
Partnership since 2020
Pembridge Hall School
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Schools Programmes You May Deliver
Games Coaching
- Match Day Coaching
Lead teams during competitive matches, providing tactical guidance and motivational support. Perfect for coaches who thrive in high-pressure environments.
- Tournament Management
Coordinate and coach teams during inter-school tournaments and competitions, managing logistics while maximizing performance.
- Requirements
Level 2+ coaching qualification, previous match experience, DBS check, and excellent communication skills.
Curriculum Coaching
Deliver PE lessons aligned to the National Curriculum through structured planning, assessment support, and engaging delivery.
- National Curriculum
Fully aligned with national standards
- Expert Planning
Comprehensive lesson plans delivered by qualified teachers
- Whole-School Sport Programmes
Support schools with long-term sport development including enrichment days, competitions, and physical literacy initiatives.
- Teacher Development
Work alongside teaching staff to model best practice, support delivery, and raise confidence in PE provision.
Teacher and Coach Recruitment
Find exceptional teaching staff for your school through our extensive network of qualified educators and sports professionals.
- Extensive Network
Access to an extensive teacher network
- Flexible Placements
Supply cover, permanent positions available
- Specialist Coaches
PE professionals thoroughly vetted
- Ongoing Support
Dedicated point of contact throughout placement
- Qualified Educators
Experienced and highly qualified professionals
about residential camps
Residential Camps Programs & Services
Lions delivery is broad of sports with programs & services
Rugby
Multi-day rugby camps designed to build skills, fitness, and game intelligence. Experience intensive training, competitive matches, and team bonding in a supportive residential setting.
- Skills & Match Play
Daily sessions covering tackling, passing, scrummaging, and lineouts, culminating in full-contact match experiences with expert coaching feedback.
- Camp Duration & Ages
Weekend (2-day), week-long (5-day), and holiday camps (7-14 days) available for ages 8-18, with age-appropriate groups and skill levels.
- What's Included
Full board accommodation, coaching equipment, evening activities, insurance, and qualified supervision 24/7. All meals and kit provided.
Netball
Immersive netball residential camps focusing on technical excellence, tactical awareness, and competitive tournament play in a fun, supportive environment.
- Technical Training
Master shooting accuracy, defensive positioning, court movement, and passing combinations through intensive daily coaching sessions.
- Age Groups & Levels
Programs for ages 9-17, from beginners to elite players. Weekend, week-long, and school holiday options with small group coaching.
- Camp Features
Indoor courts, video analysis, tournament competitions, evening social activities, full catering, and residential facilities with pastoral care.
Hockey
Multi-day rugby camps designed to build skills, fitness, and game intelligence. Experience intensive training, competitive matches, and team bonding in a supportive residential setting.
- Skills & Match Play
Daily sessions covering tackling, passing, scrummaging, and lineouts, culminating in full-contact match experiences with expert coaching feedback.
- Camp Duration & Ages
Weekend (2-day), week-long (5-day), and holiday camps (7-14 days) available for ages 8-18, with age-appropriate groups and skill levels.
- What's Included
Full board accommodation, coaching equipment, evening activities, insurance, and qualified supervision 24/7. All meals and kit provided.
Football
Multi-day rugby camps designed to build skills, fitness, and game intelligence. Experience intensive training, competitive matches, and team bonding in a supportive residential setting.
- Skills & Match Play
Daily sessions covering tackling, passing, scrummaging, and lineouts, culminating in full-contact match experiences with expert coaching feedback.
- Camp Duration & Ages
Weekend (2-day), week-long (5-day), and holiday camps (7-14 days) available for ages 8-18, with age-appropriate groups and skill levels.
- What's Included
Full board accommodation, coaching equipment, evening activities, insurance, and qualified supervision 24/7. All meals and kit provided.
Cricket
Multi-day rugby camps designed to build skills, fitness, and game intelligence. Experience intensive training, competitive matches, and team bonding in a supportive residential setting.
- Skills & Match Play
Daily sessions covering tackling, passing, scrummaging, and lineouts, culminating in full-contact match experiences with expert coaching feedback.
- Camp Duration & Ages
Weekend (2-day), week-long (5-day), and holiday camps (7-14 days) available for ages 8-18, with age-appropriate groups and skill levels.
- What's Included
Full board accommodation, coaching equipment, evening activities, insurance, and qualified supervision 24/7. All meals and kit provided.
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See What It's Like to Coach With Us
Testimonial
What Our Coaches Say
My school club did this on their staff training and made the whole school a part of it. It's accessible. I cannot thank Lions Sport for their help and inspired knowledge. Hundreds are now learning play and skills. It looks amazing that a school can do this with such a budget. It is highly recommend for all ages!
An amazing coaching team that provided excellent care and knowledge. Fantastic Program and look forward to next summer. The kids all excited and safe. Highly Recommended!
Excellent training program with expert coaches. My daughter has grown tremendously in confidence and sporting ability. Cannot recommend highly enough!