Sports Coach

Teaching Personnel; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school in Liverpool seeks a dedicated full-time Sports Coach to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). This role involves designing inclusive sports programs, enhancing students' self-confidence, and collaborating with staff to foster a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong sports coaching experience and a commitment to helping young people succeed.

Benefits

Free child protection and prevent duty training

Support with DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience in sports coaching within an educational or youth-focused environment.
• Knowledge of SEN, specifically SEMH, ASD, and ADHD.
• Ability to adapt coaching styles based on student needs.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead a sports programme tailored to student needs.
• Track and report on student progress for EHCP reviews.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support holistic development.

Skills

Sports Coaching

Behaviour Management

Communication

Job description

Position: Full-Time Sports Coach
Setting: Alternative Provision (AP)

About the School:
This specialist Alternative Provision is dedicated to offering a structured, supportive, and inclusive environment for young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN). All students attending the provision have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), and require individualised support to succeed both academically and personally. The setting is focused on building a nurturing space where every young person can feel safe, valued, and understood.

The Role:
The school is seeking a passionate and resilient Sports Coach to join its dedicated team. This full-time role offers a meaningful opportunity to use sport as a tool to engage, inspire, and support students who may face challenges in mainstream education. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering inclusive and dynamic physical education sessions tailored to the needs of students with a range of SEN, including ASD, ADHD, and SEMH.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and lead a sports and physical activity programme that reflects the individual needs and interests of students.
• Use physical activity to encourage positive behaviour, develop emotional regulation, and promote teamwork and self-confidence.
• Collaborate with teachers, teaching assistants, and external professionals to support each student’s holistic development.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students to foster engagement, motivation, and a sense of belonging.
• Adapt coaching styles and activities to accommodate a variety of learning and behavioural needs.
• Track and report on student progress, contributing to EHCP reviews and staff planning discussions.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment during all sports and physical education activities.

Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience in sports coaching, ideally within an educational or youth-focused environment.
• Knowledge and experience of working with children and young people with SEN, particularly those with SEMH, ASD, and ADHD.
• Strong behaviour management skills, with the ability to remain calm and consistent in challenging situations.
• A flexible and empathetic approach, with a genuine commitment to helping young people succeed.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

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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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