Sports Coach

GSL Education; Forest of Dean; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational support organization in Hathersage is seeking a passionate Sports Coach. You will deliver high-quality sports sessions, support PE teachers, and organize extracurricular activities. Ideal candidates have coaching experience and a desire to inspire young students. Competitive day rates based on experience are offered, along with dedicated support from consultants.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Support from dedicated consultants

Opportunities in welcoming schools

Qualifications

• Experience delivering sports sessions to young people.
• Understanding of various sports and ability to adapt sessions.
• Excellent motivational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality sports coaching sessions.
• Support PE teachers in planning lessons.
• Organise lunchtime and after-school clubs.

Skills

Experience working as a Sports Coach

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Level 2 in Coaching or PE-related degree

Job description

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Ignite a Passion for Sport and Inspire the Next Generation — Join as a Sports Coach in Hathersage!

Job Title: Sports Coach
Location: Hathersage
Salary: £95 - £120 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you ready to channel your energy into transforming physical education and personal development in schools?

GSL Education are delighted to be working with a vibrant and inclusive school in Hathersage, committed to nurturing students through a balanced approach to academics, sport, and wellbeing. We are currently recruiting a confident and proactive Sports Coach to lead and support physical education and sports enrichment activities across all key stages.

Role Overview:
As a Sports Coach, you will play a key role in promoting physical activity, teamwork, and resilience through structured sports programmes. You’ll assist in delivering PE lessons, organise extracurricular sporting activities, and support behaviour and engagement across the school using sport as a positive influence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality sports coaching sessions across a range of age groups and abilities.
• Support PE teachers in planning and facilitating lessons, ensuring safety and inclusion for all pupils.
• Develop pupils' physical skills, teamwork, discipline, and confidence through sport.
• Organise and lead lunchtime and after-school clubs and inter-school competitions.
• Use physical activity to support students with behavioural, SEMH, or SEN needs.
• Maintain equipment, encourage participation, and uphold school policies on health and safety.
• Monitor pupil progress and engagement and provide regular feedback to staff.

Job Requirements:

• Experience working as a Sports Coach or delivering sports sessions to young people (school-based or community settings).
• A recognised coaching qualification (, Level 2 in Coaching, PE-related degree, or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of various sports and physical activities, along with the ability to adapt sessions to different needs and skill levels.
• Excellent communication and motivational skills to engage and inspire students.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents/carers.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan and manage multiple activities effectively.
• Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rates reflective of your experience and expertise.
• Support from dedicated consultants who are passionate about matching you with the right role.
• Opportunities to work in welcoming schools that value sports as part of holistic education.
• The chance to make a genuine impact on students’ physical and personal development.

If you’re ready to energise young minds and bodies, encourage teamwork, and be the coach students look up to, we want to hear from you!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Sports Coach’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.