Sports Coach

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

Job summary

A leading coaching organization in Exeter is seeking passionate Sports Coaches to work in secondary schools. Ideal candidates will have experience in coaching young people and the ability to bring energy to PE lessons. This full-time role offers competitive pay and the opportunity to foster student engagement and resilience through sports.

Benefits

Clear pathway into education-based careers for sports professionals

Ongoing CPD through MyProgression platform

Competitive pay rates without hidden charges

Supportive consultant with knowledge of schools

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching or leading physical activities with youth.
• Confidence in managing group dynamics positively.
• Interest in promoting resilience and confidence in young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver PE lessons and assist students in remaining active.
• Lead and manage sports sessions in diverse environments.
• Cover general lessons as needed, providing educational support.

Skills

Coaching with young people

Group leadership

Behavior management

Flexible mindset

Interest in youth development through sport

Job description

Sports Coach Secondary Schools (Exeter)

Full-time GBP100 GBP130 per day (experience dependent) Start: ASAP

Love sport? Great with teens? Looking to take your coaching skills into schools?

We re working with a number of secondary schools across Exeter that are looking for Sports Coaches who can bring energy, structure, and positivity to PE lessons and wider school life.

This role is ideal if you ve got experience leading sports sessions whether in schools, clubs, or community settings and want to turn that passion into a rewarding, full-time role within education.

You ll support with PE delivery, help keep students engaged and active, and may also step in to cover general lessons when needed.

You ll need:

• Experience coaching or running physical activity sessions with young people

• Confidence leading groups and managing behaviour calmly and positively

• A flexible mindset you might be on the football pitch one day, indoors the next

• A genuine interest in helping young people build confidence and resilience through sport

Teaching qualifications aren't essential, but experience in a school or with secondary-age students is a big plus.

What we offer:

• A clear route into education-based careers for sports professionals

• Competitive pay rates

• PAYE no hidden charges or admin deductions

• Ongoing CPD through our MyProgression platform

• A supportive, down-to-earth consultant who knows the schools you ll be working in

Whether you re a qualified coach, a sports grad, or someone with youth sport experience ready to do more, we want to hear from you.

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Let s get you into a role where you can make a real impact.

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.