Sports Coach

Teaching Personnel; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency in Blackburn seeks a Sports Coach to deliver engaging sports sessions and support students in an Alternative Provision setting. The ideal candidate should have experience in youth work and be confident in behaviour management. This temporary role offers a competitive hourly rate and promotes the welfare of children with additional training provided.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Full assistance with DBS checks

Qualifications

• Confident with behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Willing to take on general TA responsibilities across the school day.
• A background in education or previous experience working in an Alternative Provision is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured and engaging sports sessions throughout the school day.
• Encourage physical fitness and personal development in students.
• Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff.

Skills

Experience with youth work

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

Sports Coach role at a Secondary Alternative Provision in Blackburn, supporting pupils who benefit from a tailored and nurturing educational approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured and engaging sports sessions throughout the school day
• Encourage physical fitness, teamwork, and personal development in students
• Provide general classroom support and assist with Teaching Assistant duties when needed
• Build strong, supportive relationships with students who may present challenging behaviour
• Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to create a positive and safe environment

About You

• Experienced in sports, fitness, youth work, or education
• Confident with behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
• Adaptable, calm under pressure, and committed to supporting young people
• Willing to take on general TA responsibilities across the school day
• A background in education or previous experience working in an Alternative Provision, PRU, or SEMH setting is highly desirable.

Details

• Location: Blackburn
• Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00am – 3:20pm; Friday 8:00am – 2:30pm
• Pay: £13.75 - £14.50 per hour
• Start Date: ASAP

Click apply now and you will be contacted within 48 hours to discuss next steps.

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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.

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