Sports Coach

Reeson Education; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Wakefield is seeking a driven Sports Coach to lead coaching sessions and develop pupils' skills. You will work in a structured environment, delivering targeted coaching and collaborating with staff. The ideal candidate is energetic, organized, and reliable, with experience in sports coaching or similar settings. This role offers a competitive daily rate of £90-£120, flexible full-time and part-time options, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Flexible working options

Opportunities for professional development

Well-organised working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in structured settings like coaching or youth work.
• Must hold an enhanced DBS on the update service or apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one and group coaching sessions.
• Track performance and provide feedback to staff.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and staff.

Skills

Experience in sports coaching, PE, youth work

Strong communication and leadership skills

Steady, confident approach to group management

Proactive, independent working style

Job description

Are you a driven and dependable Sports Coach ready to take on a role where your leadership, discipline, and practical skills make a real difference?

Reeson Education are looking for a confident Sports Coach to work in a structured and dynamic school environment in Wakefield (WF4). This position of Sports Coach suits someone energetic, organised, and able to work independently while maintaining strong professional standards.

About the Role

As a Sports Coach, you will deliver one-to-one and group sessions, helping pupils develop skills, stay motivated, and achieve personal targets. You will follow structured coaching plans and contribute to a disciplined, goal-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities as Sports Coach

Targeted Coaching: Deliver clear, skills-focused training sessions based on individual and group needs.

Activity Leadership: Guide pupils through drills, fitness routines, and team activities.

Motivation & Development: Encourage resilience, focus, competition.

Progress Monitoring: Track performance and provide feedback to staff.

Professional Coordination: Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other staff to optimise outcomes.

To succeed as a Sports Coach, you will need

• Experience in sports coaching, PE, youth work, or similar structured settings.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• A steady, confident approach when managing groups or challenging situations.
• A proactive, independent working style and reliability.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply through Reeson Education.

Benefits as a Sports Coach

• Competitive daily rate of £90-£120 based on experience.
• Flexible full-time and part-time options.
• Opportunities for professional development and coaching certifications.
• A professional and well-organised working environment.
• The chance to make a clear and measurable impact on pupils' skills and confidence.

Please note: This role requires strong safeguarding awareness. Successful applicants must meet all safer recruitment checks, including holding an enhanced DBS on the update service or being willing to apply for one.

For more information or to apply for the Sports Coach position, please contact our consultant Mitch Stringer.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%.