Sports Coach

Monarch Education; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic secondary school in Swindon seeks an enthusiastic Sports Coach to inspire young people through physical activity. This role involves leading PE lessons, organizing sports events, and promoting a healthy lifestyle. Ideal candidates will have experience in coaching or education and a passion for sports. The position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Access to a wide range of school-based roles

Dedicated support from experienced consultants

Competitive pay rates

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in a sports or education setting.
• Confidence in leading group activities and managing behaviour positively.
• Familiarity with local transport routes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support PE lessons and sports activities across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Deliver engaging coaching sessions.
• Assist in organizing extracurricular sports clubs and events.

Skills

Coaching experience

Teamwork

Youth engagement

Flexibility

Job description

Sports Coach - Secondary School in Swindon

Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time, temporary
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Monarch Education is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and motivated Sports Coach to join a dynamic secondary school in Swindon, Wiltshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about sport and physical activity, with a desire to inspire and support young people in their physical development and wellbeing.

Whether you're an experienced coach, a recent sports graduate, or someone with a background in youth work or physical education, we'd love to hear from you.

About the School & Location

Situated in the bustling town of Swindon, the school is easily accessible via regular bus routes from surrounding areas including Royal Wootton Bassett, Highworth, Cricklade, and Marlborough. Swindon benefits from excellent transport links, including local bus and rail services, making it ideal for candidates with local knowledge or those commuting from nearby towns.

The school is known for its inclusive ethos, strong academic performance, and commitment to student wellbeing. Staff enjoy a collaborative leadership team, modern facilities, and a positive working culture that supports professional development and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support PE lessons and sports activities across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Deliver engaging coaching sessions that promote teamwork, fitness, and skill development
• Assist in organising extracurricular sports clubs, fixtures, and events
• Encourage participation and positive behaviour during physical activities
• Work closely with teaching staff to support student progress and wellbeing
• Promote a healthy and active lifestyle within the school community

Ideal Candidate

• Experience coaching or working with young people in a sports or education setting
• Confident leading group activities and managing behaviour positively
• Flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to different sports and age groups
• Familiar with the Chippenham area and local transport routes
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare

Why Work with Monarch Education?

Monarch Education is a trusted recruitment partner in the education sector. We offer:

• Access to a wide range of school-based roles
• Dedicated support from experienced consultants
• Competitive pay rates
• Opportunities for professional development

Monarch Education are proud to be a leading recruitment specialist in the Education industry. We are passionate about our people and the services we provide to our candidates. Working with Monarch Education will give you access too:

• Flexible working opportunities
• Affinity Academy - continuous learning and development!
• A Refer a Friend Scheme giving you a bonus of up to 200
• Exclusive vacancies within local Schools and Multi Academy Trusts
• Competitive daily rates

To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide - please visit our website - About Us - Monarch url removed

Monarch Education are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and welcomes applications regardless of sex, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief pregnancy and maternity or disability as well as adhering to strict Safeguarding procedures.

Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.

This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.