Sports Coach

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Sports Coach in Wakefield, where you will inspire young people through physical activity and teamwork. This role allows you to make a real difference by promoting health, fitness, and personal development among students. You will provide personalized coaching, foster teamwork, and collaborate with teachers to integrate sports into education. With a competitive daily rate and access to professional development opportunities, this position offers a supportive environment where your contributions are valued. Join us to help students build confidence, discipline, and resilience through sports!

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Free Team Teach training

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Passion for physical education and helping students improve fitness.
• Strong communication skills to build positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored coaching sessions to enhance student skills.
• Foster teamwork and cooperation through group sports activities.

Skills

Coaching

Teamwork

Communication

Behaviour Management

Education

Experience as a Sports Coach

Team Teach Training (preferred)

Job description

Role: Sports Coach
Location: Wakefield (WF2)
Salary Scale: £90 to £105 per day
Start Date: ASAP

Are you a passionate and dedicated Sports Coach with a love for inspiring young people through physical activity and teamwork? We have an exciting opportunity for you! Our schools in Wakefieldare seeking enthusiastic Sports Coaches to join our team immediately, where you can make a real difference by promoting health, fitness, and personal development in students.

About Us:
Our schools inWakefield are committed to fostering an environment that encourages physical activity and personal growth through sports and physical education. As a Sports Coach, you will play a vital role in nurturing students' physical abilities while instilling values such as teamwork, discipline, and resilience. We pride ourselves on creating a collaborative and dynamic environment that promotes holistic development and supports students’ physical and mental well-being.

The Role:
As a Sports Coach, you will work closely with students to enhance their physical fitness, skills, and overall enjoyment of sports. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Personalised Coaching: Provide tailored coaching sessions that cater to individual student needs, helping them to develop their athletic skills and confidence.
• Team Building: Foster teamwork and cooperation through group sports activities, encouraging positive interaction and collaboration among students.
• Physical Development: Promote physical health and fitness, encouraging students to lead active, healthy lifestyles both in and out of school.
• Positive Behaviour Reinforcement: Use sports as a medium to promote discipline, perseverance, and respect, ensuring a positive impact on students' behaviour and attitudes.
• Collaboration: Work closely with teachers and school staff to integrate sports into the overall educational experience, supporting students' physical and emotional development.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Sports Coach or in a similar role, particularly working with young people.
• A passion for physical education and a genuine desire to help students improve their fitness, teamwork, and personal skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Adaptability and the ability to work collaboratively within a supportive team environment.
• Experience with behaviour management techniques is desirable. Team Teach training is preferred, but not essential, and we offer Team Teach training free of charge to successful candidates.
• A competitive daily rate of £90-£105.
• Immediate start with a full-time position.
• Access to professional development opportunities, including free Team Teach training.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued.
• The opportunity to positively impact students' lives through sports and physical education, helping them develop confidence, discipline, and resilience.

If you are a passionate Sports Coach ready to inspire students and promote their physical and personal development through sports, we would love to hear from you!

Please Note: This role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must complete an enhanced DBS check.

For more information or to apply, please contact our consultant Mitch Stringer at [e-mail]. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Senior Education Consultant, South Yorkshire