Sports Coach

Long Term Futures Ltd; Shepshed; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD on SEN and safeguarding

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Long Term Futures is seeking a Sports Coach / SEMH Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEMH school in Shepshed. You will deliver PE lessons, support learning, and help pupils aged 4-16 to develop confidence and emotional regulation through structured activities.

This full-time role offers a temp-to-perm path, weekly pay up to £150 a day, and dedicated CPD to support SEN, behavior and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sports Coach or Teaching Assistant.
• Experience supporting children with SEMH, SEN or challenging behavior (desirable).
• Availability for a full-time, long-term position.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging PE lessons and structured physical activities.
• Promote positive behavior and emotional regulation through sport.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for SEMH needs.
• Support classroom learning alongside teachers.
• Build positive relationships with pupils with challenging behavior.
• Use behavior management and de-escalation strategies.
• Adapt activities for primary and secondary age groups.
• Encourage confidence, independence and social development.

Skills

Sports coaching

Behavior management

Classroom support

Communication skills

Education

PE or teaching assistant qualifications

Job description

Sports Coach With Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

SEMH School | Shepshed (LE12) Full Time | Temp to Perm | Immediate Start Pay Scale | Up to £150 a Day School Day | 8.40am - 15.40pm

Long Term Futures are recruiting an enthusiastic Sports Coach / Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school in Shepshed, supporting pupils aged 4-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.

This rewarding role combines sports coaching with classroom support, using physical activity to build confidence, encourage positive behavior and develop emotional regulation.

The school provides a nurturing, structured environment for pupils with EHCPs who require additional support with behavior, wellbeing and engagement in learning.

Ideal for a Sports Coach, Behavior Mentor or Teaching Assistant passionate about making a difference through sport and education.

Key Responsibilities as a Sports Coach / SEMH Teaching Assistant

• Deliver engaging PE lessons, sports coaching and structured physical activities.
• Use sport to promote positive behavior, emotional regulation and teamwork.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Support classroom learning alongside teachers and support staff.
• Build positive relationships with pupils who may display challenging behavior.
• Use effective behavior management and de-escalation strategies.
• Adapt activities to support pupils across primary and secondary age groups.
• Encourage confidence, independence and social development.

Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience as a Sports Coach, PE Assistant, Behavior Mentor, Youth Worker or Teaching Assistant.
• Experience supporting children with SEMH, SEN or challenging behavior (desirable).
• Confidence leading sports activities and supporting classroom learning.
• Strong behavior management and communication skills.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• A genuine passion for sport and supporting young people's development.
• Relevant Sports Coaching, PE or Teaching Assistant qualifications (desirable).
• Availability for a full-time, long-term position.

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Long-term position with temp-to-perm opportunities.
• Weekly pay up to £150 a day.
• Experience within a specialist SEMH school.
• Free CPD covering SEN, behavior and safeguarding.
• No day-to-day supply - long-term placements only.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

Interviews and trial days are available for suitable candidates.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.