Sports Coach

GSL Education - Yorkshire; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Sports Coach to join a dynamic school community in Barnsley. You will deliver engaging sports sessions, support PE staff, and encourage pupils to develop physical skills and teamwork. The role offers competitive daily pay of GBP94 to GBP115, based on experience, and provides opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay based on experience

Opportunities for ongoing training

Supportive school environment

Qualifications

• Experience coaching or supporting young people in sports or PE settings.
• Ability to inspire and engage pupils of all abilities.
• A current, updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging sports and physical education sessions.
• Collaborate with PE teachers to plan and implement lesson activities.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive environment for all students.

Skills

Coaching young people

Understanding of sports coaching principles

Excellent communication

Energetic and dependable

Education

Relevant coaching or sports qualifications

Job description

Job Title: Sports Coach
Location: Barnsley
Salary Range: GBP94 - GBP115 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Inspire, Motivate, and Lead Become a Sports Coach in Barnsley!

GSL Education are currently seeking a passionate and energetic Sports Coach to join a dynamic school community in Barnsley. With a competitive daily rate of GBP94 to GBP115 (based on experience), this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people s lives through sport and physical activity.

Role Overview:

As a Sports Coach, you will play a vital role in delivering engaging sports sessions, supporting PE staff, and encouraging pupils to develop their physical skills, teamwork, and confidence. Your enthusiasm and leadership will help foster a lifelong love for sport and healthy living.

Job Responsibilities of Sports Coach:

• Deliver and support engaging sports and physical education sessions.
• Collaborate with PE teachers to plan and implement lesson activities.
• Encourage pupils to participate actively and develop key physical skills.
• Promote teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
• Assist in organising sports equipment and setting up activities.
• Support school sports events, clubs, and extracurricular programmes.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for all students.

Job Requirements for Sports Coach:

• Experience coaching or supporting young people in sports or PE settings.
• Strong understanding of sports coaching principles and school-based activities.
• Ability to inspire and engage pupils of all abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Energetic, dependable, and a strong team player.
• Relevant coaching or sports qualifications are desirable but not essential.
• A current, updated CV (covering the last ten years with no unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

Why Join GSL Education?

• Competitive daily pay based on experience and role.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and career development.
• A supportive and collaborative school environment.
• The chance to positively impact pupils physical and personal growth.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and supporting staff in schools across the UK.

Ready to inspire the next generation in Barnsley?
Apply now with GSL Education and become a valued part of a school community that champions physical education and wellbeing!