Sports Coach

senploy; Shepshed; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD on SEN, behaviour and Safegu딩

Long-term placements (temp-to-perm)

Job summary

Long Term Futures is recruiting a Sports Coach / SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school in Shepshed, supporting pupils aged 4-16 with SEMH needs. The role combines sports coaching with classroom support in a nurturing environment.

The position is full-time, with days from 8.40am to 3.40pm and a pay scale up to £150 a day. Long-term, temp-to-perm opportunities and dedicated consultant support are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sports Coach, PE Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker or Teaching Assistant.
• Experience supporting children with SEMH, SEN or challenging behaviour (desirable).
• Confidence leading sports activities and supporting classroom learning.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging PE lessons, sports coaching and structured physical activities.
• Use sport to promote positive behaviour, 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 behaviour.
• Use effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Adapt activities to support pupils across primary and secondary age groups.
• Encourage confidence, independence and social development.

Skills

Sports Coach

PE Assistant

Behaviour Mentor

Youth Worker

Teaching Assistant

Education

Sports Coaching / PE / TA qualifications

Job description

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

We 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 behaviour and develop emotional regulation.

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

Ideal for a Sports Coach, Behaviour 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 behaviour, 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 behaviour.
• Use effective behaviour 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, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker or Teaching Assistant.
• Experience supporting children with SEMH, SEN or challenging behaviour (desirable).
• Confidence leading sports activities and supporting classroom learning.
• Strong behaviour 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, behaviour and safeguarding.
• No day-to-day supply - long-term placements only.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

Sports Coach | SEMH Teaching Assistant | Sports Mentor | Behaviour Mentor | PE Teaching Assistant | SEN Teaching Assistant | Youth Worker | Behaviour Support | SEMH | SEND | Shepshed | Loughborough | Leicestershire

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.