Sports Coach

Prospero Teaching; Rochdale; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational consultancy in the UK seeks a Sports Coach to join a supportive team working with students aged 11-19 with complex learning needs. The role includes planning and delivering engaging sports activities, encouraging teamwork, and enhancing wellbeing. Candidates should have experience in SEND settings and a passion for inclusive education. This is a full-time permanent position based in Rochdale, offering a competitive salary of £550-£750 per week based on experience.

Qualifications

• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate or be willing to apply for one.
• Provide two professional child-related references.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging sports and physical activities.
• Encouraging teamwork and promoting wellbeing.
• Supporting students to develop physical and social skills.

Skills

Experience working with children in SEND or specialist school settings

Strong behaviour management skills

A confident, energetic approach to leading sports sessions

Understanding of supporting pupils with autism and complex needs

Passion for inclusive education

Job description

Sports Coach

Job Title: Sports Coach
Area: Rochdale, Manchester
Start Date: Monday 5th January 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive £550-£750 per week (dependent on experience and responsibilities)
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Closing date: Friday 12th December 2025

About the school

We're working with an outstanding specialist school that supports students aged 11-19 with a range of complex learning needs, autism, and physical or sensory impairments. The team is warm, welcoming, and focused on creating a safe, inclusive space where students can truly thrive.

About the role

This role involves planning and delivering engaging sports and physical activities, encouraging teamwork, promoting wellbeing, and supporting students to develop physical and social skills. You'll work closely with SEN teachers and support staff to ensure sessions are inclusive, accessible, and enjoyable for all learners.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children in SEND or specialist school settings
• A confident, energetic approach to leading sports and active sessions
• Strong behaviour management skills and adaptability to meet individual needs
• An understanding of supporting pupils with autism, complex needs, or physical disabilities
• A passion for inclusive education and promoting confidence, teamwork, and independence through sport

To be eligible you must

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service OR be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child-related references

📝 If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.