Behaviour Support/ Sports Coach Garstang

Justteachers Ltd; Bonds; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Garstang is seeking a Sports Coach to join a vibrant primary and secondary specialist provision on a long-term, full-time basis. The role starts in September 2026, with shortlisting currently taking place.

This energetic school promotes physical wellbeing, teamwork and resilience through sport, offering pupils opportunities to engage in structured activity and develop healthy habits. The coach will plan sessions for pupils with varying needs, including SEND, and support

Qualifications

• Level 2 coaching qualification or PE-related degree.
• Proven experience with children or young people, preferably in education or SEND.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and inclusive sports practices.
• Two education or school-based references.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging sports sessions for pupils with varying needs.
• Support pupils with SEND and SEMH to access PE safely and inclusively.
• Promote positive behaviour, teamwork and confidence through sport.

Skills

Coaching sessions delivery

Inclusive sports practice

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 2 in Coaching

PE-related degree

School references (2)

Job description

justteachers is seeking a Sports Coach to join a vibrant primary and secondary specialist provision in the Garstang area to cover on a long-term basis. The full-time post is due to start in September 2026, with shortlisting currently taking place.

This energetic and inclusive school is committed to promoting physical wellbeing, teamwork, and resilience through sport, offering pupils a wide range of opportunities to engage in structured physical activity and develop healthy habits.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Planning and delivering engaging sports sessions tailored to pupils with varying needs
• Supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH to access physical education in a safe and inclusive way
• Promoting positive behaviour, teamwork, and confidence through sport and physical activity

Pre-requisites:

• Relevant coaching qualifications (e.g., Level 2 in Coaching, PE-related degree, or equivalent)
• Proven experience working with children or young people, ideally in an educational or SEND setting
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and inclusive sports practices
• Two education or school-based references