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Lead Chess Coach – Kent Primary Schools | from £20 per session | Term-Time FlexibilityWould flexible... Lead Chess Coach – Kent Primary Schools | from £20 per session | Term-Time FlexibilityWould flexible, term-time hours that fit around your existing commitments suit you? Are you confident leading children and making a real impact in schools?LearnChess Academy is a long-established school enrichment provider delivering structured, engaging chess sessions in Kent primary schools. We are now recruiting a Lead Chess Coach as we expand into additional schools, and morning and afternoon sessions.The roleThis part-time, self-employed position offers consistent term-time work with scope to grow your weekly sessions as new schools join us.You will deliver structured, enjoyable chess sessions to primary-aged children, helping them build focus, confidence and thinking skills. Full lesson frameworks and training are provided, so you can concentrate on leading the group effectively.Pay starts from £20 per session, increasing with responsibility and experience: Assistant Coach – from £20 per sessionCoach – higher rate based on experienceLead Coach – up to £40 per session (gross, per session, not per hour) As you progress, you can increase both your responsibility and your earning potential.Key Responsibilities Lead structured after-school chess sessions in primary schoolsCreate a calm, positive learning environmentManage behaviour confidently and fairlySet up and transport equipment between venuesRepresent LearnChess professionally within schools About our companyLearnChess Academy delivers chess as an educational enrichment activity. We are not a competitive club and we do not train elite players.We use chess to strengthen children’s concentration, resilience and logical thinking within a supportive school setting.Our recruitment process is structured and supportive. Successful candidates complete induction and training, receive branded materials, and are paired for evaluation before delivering sessions independently. Ongoing reviews help you refine your delivery and grow within the team.The Benefits Flexible, part-time term-time hoursOpportunity to increase sessions as we expandClear progression from Assistant Coach to Lead CoachStructured training and practical supportWork that strengthens your leadership and group management skillsThe satisfaction of seeing children grow in confidence The personYou will have: Experience working with children in groupsCalm authority and strong behaviour managementA positive and engaging presenceReliability and professionalismA driving licence and access to a car (essential)Right to work in the UKAn Enhanced DBS is strongly preferred. If not held, this must be obtained before deployment.Chess knowledge (around 1000+ rating or practical equivalent) is helpful, but your ability to lead and engage children is more important. What’s nextApply now today if you feel you are the right fit!