Inspiring Sports Coach for Learning Support in Schools

GSL Education; Hanley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch is seeking a proactive Sports Coach (Learning Support) to work with a vibrant Barnsley school. You will help manage classrooms, support pupils with learning tasks and use coaching techniques to motivate young people toward positive choices.

The role involves supervising pupils, supporting behaviour and engagement, and collaborating with school staff to foster educational and personal development.

Qualifications

• Background in sports, fitness, coaching, youth work or related field beneficial.
• Confidence communicating with and supporting young people.
• Positive, patient and resilient approach.
• Ability to motivate pupils and manage group dynamics.
• Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work across different areas of school-based support.
• Right to work in the UK.
• An up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.
• Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in maintaining productive and well-organised classrooms.
• Support pupils with learning tasks and classroom routines.
• Use coaching techniques to motivate youths and encourage positive choices.
• Help manage challenging behaviour through calm communication and clear boundaries.
• Encourage teamwork, respect and cooperation among pupils.
• Provide additional guidance to students who struggle to participate or remain focused.
• Work with school staff to support pupils' educational and personal development.

Skills

Coaching skills

Communication with youth

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Motivation skills

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch is seeking a proactive Sports Coach (Learning Support) to work with a vibrant Barnsley school. You will help manage classrooms, support pupils with learning tasks and use coaching techniques to motivate young people toward positive choices.

The role involves supervising pupils, supporting behaviour and engagement, and collaborating with school staff to foster educational and personal development.