School Sports Coach (SEN)

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hays Leicester is hiring a School Sports Coach to work with vulnerable young people with special educational needs across various schools. This role offers the chance to impact students positively while utilizing sports as a tool for engagement and skill development. Competitive weekly pay and flexible working opportunities are included.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Support from dedicated SEND consultants

Flexible working opportunities

Access to professional development resources

Exclusive job opportunities access

Refer a Friend scheme worth £250

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable young people as a Sports Coach.
• Good knowledge of SEN and Neurodivergence in children.
• Strong commitment to enhancing the lives of vulnerable children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver PE coaching to pupils with additional needs.
• Use sports as a tool to engage vulnerable young people.
• Support pupils' self-esteem and communication skills.

Skills

Experience as a Sports Coach working with vulnerable young people

Knowledge of Special Educational Needs and Neurodivergence

Passionate about making a difference

Job description

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Hays Leicester is looking for a School Sports Coach

Hays Leicester is seeking an experienced School Sports Coach with a background in delivering PE lessons and sports coaching sessions for young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN). We collaborate with schools across Leicester and Leicestershire that support pupils with various additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), and Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. If you have experience working with vulnerable children and a passion for sports coaching, we want to hear from you!

Your new school

As a School Sports Coach, you'll have the opportunity to teach in various schools across Leicester and Leicestershire. These schools offer pupils with additional needs unique opportunities such as equine therapy, hydrotherapy, and sensory classes, providing a diverse and enriching environment.

Your role

You will deliver PE coaching to pupils with additional needs, including those with challenging behaviour and learning disabilities. Your role involves using sports as a tool to engage vulnerable young people, teach soft skills like communication, and develop pupils' self-esteem. You will view sports as part of a holistic education approach to support disadvantaged pupils.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience as a Sports Coach working with vulnerable young people
• Good knowledge of Special Educational Needs and Neurodivergence in children and young people
• A role model who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children

**Hays are unable to consider overseas candidates for this position.**

What you'll get in return

• Competitive, weekly pay that fairly rewards your hard work
• Support from dedicated SEND consultants to find new opportunities in the competitive graduate market
• Flexible working opportunities to help balance your work and personal life
• Access to professional development resources and a dedicated career support team
• First access to exclusive job opportunities in Leicestershire
• An excellent Refer a Friend scheme worth £250 in high street vouchers

If you're interested, click 'apply now' to submit your up-to-date CV. If this role isn't quite right but you're seeking other opportunities in education, contact Hollie for a confidential discussion about your career.

Job reference: #4690738 - Hollie Westwood