Graduate Sports Coach

Teaching Personnel; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Sports Coach for schools in West Bromwich. This role is ideal for recent graduates looking to gain valuable experience in education and youth sports development. Responsibilities include supporting classroom activities, leading physical education, and fostering positive relationships with students. Candidates should have a relevant degree, a passion for youth engagement, and strong communication skills. Successful applicants will also receive free child protection training and support for a DBS check.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Assistance with DBS check

Qualifications

• Degree in Sports Science, Coaching, Physical Education, or a related field.
• Passion for working with young people and encouraging physical activity.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and motivate students in a general classroom setting.
• Lead and assist with physical activities, team sports, and fitness programmes.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and the wider school community.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Resilience

Flexibility

Proactive attitude

Education

Degree in Sports Science, Coaching, Physical Education, or related field

Job description

Graduate Sports Coach

Location: West Bromwich

Start Date: September 2025

Are you a recent Sports Science or Sports Coaching graduate eager to gain hands-on experience working in a secondary school setting?

Teaching Personnel is currently seeking an energetic and motivated Graduate Sports Coach to support schools in West Bromwich. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to build your confidence in a classroom environment, develop transferable teaching skills, and make a meaningful impact on students’ physical and personal development.

About the Role:

This is an exciting pathway for individuals looking to pursue a career in education or youth sports development. You’ll work alongside experienced educators to support the delivery of lessons and school-wide activities, while also engaging students in a positive and structured learning environment. Whether leading small group sessions, supporting behaviour and engagement, or assisting in academic lessons, you’ll gain valuable experience working directly with young people aged 11–16.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support and motivate students in a general classroom setting
• Lead and assist with physical activities, team sports, and fitness programmes
• Promote teamwork, discipline, and positive behaviour
• Provide tailored support to pupils to help them engage and succeed in lessons
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and the wider school community
• Participate in school activities, clubs, or enrichment opportunities

Role Requirements:

• A degree in Sports Science, Coaching, Physical Education, or a related field
• A passion for working with young people and encouraging physical activity
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Resilience, flexibility, and a proactive attitude
• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable (e.g., coaching, mentoring, youth work)
• A willingness to learn and grow in an educational environment

Interested in This Role?

If you're interested in this opportunity and meet the requirements, we’d love to hear from you!
Please apply below and upload your most up-to-date CV.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, which may include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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