Sports Coach

AKS Lytham; Lytham St Annes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

AKS Lytham is seeking a motivated Sports Coach to join us in supporting pupils across a range of sports and abilities, working alongside teachers to enhance learning, resilience and enjoyment. You will help create a calm, focused learning environment, assist staff with behaviour management, and contribute to wellbeing and professional development through our annual reviews, networks, and rewards.

Flexible working is available where roles allow, alongside extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils in a school setting.
• Ability to promote inclusion and resilience.
• Strong communication and teamwork with teachers.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across sports.
• Help students overcome barriers to learning.

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and adaptable Sports Coach to join us in a dynamic and rewarding role, working alongside teachers to support pupils across a range of sports and abilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people, building positive relationships, and contributing to a structured yet energetic learning environment. In this role, you will play a key part in helping students overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and achieve their potential, making a meaningful difference to their lives and the wider community.

As a Sports Coach you will work closely with teachers to support teaching and learning, providing targeted help to pupils and assisting staff in creating a positive and inclusive environment. Your role will help ensure all pupils can access learning and develop confidence, independence, and resilience.

You will contribute to maintaining a calm, focused learning environment and support effective behaviour management. Your patience, adaptability, and proactive approach will help ensure all pupils can achieve their full potential, both academically and socially.

Why join us?

• A diverse, hands‑on role at the centre of a dynamic and busy school
• The opportunity to collaborate closely with staff and pupils across the wider school community
• A supportive team environment with a clear sense of shared purpose
• The chance to make a meaningful and visible contribution to the day‑to‑day operation of the school

AKS Lytham is part of United Learning, a growing group of schools whose aim is to provide excellent education to children and young people across the country. We are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, supported and rewarded. As part of United Learning, we offer opportunities and a benefits package beyond that of an individual school.

We place a high priority on developing our staff. Every employee benefits from a supportive annual review process with a tailored programme of personal development. We also facilitate a wide range of professional networks, enabling colleagues to collaborate, share best practice and learn from colleagues in similar roles.

We are committed to supporting your wellbeing. Flexible working is available where roles allow, alongside a comprehensive range of benefits including enhanced parental leave, access to a health cash plan (following 6 months’ service) employee assistance and wellbeing programmes, and free flu vaccines. Further information about our rewards and benefits can be found at - www.unitedlearning.org.uk/careers/rewards-and-benefits.

Furthermore, in joining AKS Lytham, you will also benefit from a daily lunch from our award wining catering team and onsite parking.

Closing Date: Thursday 12th November at 9.00am - however, early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to interview before the closing date.