Sports Coach

TeacherActive; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK is seeking Sports Coaches to work in SEN and SEMH schools in the Bury area. The role involves supporting students with complex needs through sport and building positive relationships. Ideal candidates should have experience in sports coaching and a passion for helping young people. Competitive daily pay and opportunities for long-term roles are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for long-term roles

Qualifications

• Experience in sports coaching, youth work, outdoor education, mentoring or behaviour support.
• Confident working with students who may display challenging behaviours.
• Resilient, calm and able to adapt quickly.

Responsibilities

• Support small groups and 1:1 learners with a range of SEND needs.
• Use sport, movement and activity to help regulate behaviour.
• Lead structured activities and support PE lessons.

Skills

Sports coaching

Youth work

Mentoring

Behaviour support

Job description

TeacherActive are looking for Sports Coaches to join fantastic SEN and SEMH schools in the Bury area, supporting students with a range of complex needs, behavioural needs, and additional learning requirements.

The Role

As a Sports Coach, you will:

Support small groups and 1:1 learners with a range of SEND needs (SEMH, ASD, ADHD, MLD, PMLD depending on school).

Use sport, movement and activity to help regulate behaviour and build confidence.

Lead structured activities as well as support PE lessons, break-time engagement, and classroom routines.

Build positive, trusting relationships with students who thrive with strong role models.

Work closely with teachers, TAs and behaviour teams to create a safe, encouraging and enjoyable learning environment.

What We’re Looking For

Experience in sports coaching, youth work, outdoor education, mentoring or behaviour support.

Confident working with students who may display challenging behaviours.

Resilient, calm and able to adapt quickly.

A passion for helping young people reach their potential through sport.

A positive attitude and a genuine desire to make a difference.

Experience in a school or SEN setting is desirable but not essential – full guidance provided.

What You’ll Receive

A dedicated consultant supporting you through registration and placements.

Competitive daily pay and weekly pay with no umbrella fees.

Opportunities for long‑term roles, permanent progression and specialist SEN training.

A chance to work in some of Manchester’s most supportive SEN and SEMH provisions.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to bring energy, resilience and passion to a rewarding SEN school environment, we’d love to speak with you.

Call TeacherActive Manchester on 0161 870 3630
Or send your CV to [e-mail]

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.

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