School Sports Coach

Harmonia Careers; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Brentwood seeks an enthusiastic Sports Coach to lead PE lessons and support students in the absence of class teachers. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Sports Science and a passion for education. Flexibility, professional development, and a chance to make a meaningful impact on students' educational experiences are offered in this role. Trainee Cover Supervisor Course is provided to prepare candidates.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid via PAYE

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD support for professional development

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Degree in Sports Science or relevant coaching qualifications required.
• Coaching or mentoring experience in a sports setting desired.
• Passion for education and supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Lead lessons in Physical Education, managing a class of up to 30 students.
• Support students in absence of class teacher, with lessons prepared in advance.
• Engage students with a passion for sports and education.

Skills

Determination

Resilience

Leadership skills

Confidence to lead

Education

Degree in Sports Science

Job description

Brentwood

£90 - £100 per day (salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications)

September 2025

The School and Role

I am delighted to be working with a high-achieving school in Brentwood who are seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Sports Coach. Our partnering Secondary school is seeking Sports Coach to support students in the absence of the class teacher and successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on daily supply or in longer fixed term supply contracts.

As a Sports Coach will be responsible for leading lessons in Physical Education in the Sports Centre. The school is looking for individuals who have a passion for PE and Sports and is able to manage a class of up to 30 students at one time with a good knowledge of Sports Coaching and Physical Education. You will be responsible for whole class teaching, but lessons will be prepared in advance for you.

This Sports Coach role offers flexibility, professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on students' educational experiences. No prior experience working within a school is required, as we offer a Trainee Cover Supervisor Course to prepare you for the role.

Requirements

The desired Sports Coach will have:

• A degree in Sports Science or relevant coaching qualifications.
• Determination and resilience.
• Coaching or mentoring experience in a sports setting.
• Leadership skills and confidence to lead a class in the absence of a class teacher.
• A passion for education and providing the highest possible level of support to young people.
  
  

What We Offer

As a Sports Coach and as part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.
  
  

How to Apply: If you are passionate about sports and education and eager to take on a rewarding role as a Sports Coach in secondary schools, we would love to hear from you. Please click apply via this website or call our Essex branch on (phone number removed).