Sports Coach

Veritas Education Recruitment; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic education recruitment agency based in Wakefield is looking for an enthusiastic Sports Coach to join a secondary school. This role involves delivering engaging physical education lessons and encouraging participation in sports activities, which helps inspire young people to lead healthy, active lifestyles. Candidates should have relevant coaching qualifications and experience in a teaching environment. The position offers competitive daily rates and support throughout your placement.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunities for career progression

Access to CPD and training resources

Qualifications

• Experience coaching or teaching sports in a school or community setting.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging PE lessons and sports activities across KS3 and KS4.
• Support the PE department in planning and implementing a varied sports curriculum.
• Encourage participation and teamwork through extracurricular clubs.

Skills

Experience coaching or teaching sports

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to motivate and engage students

Education

Relevant coaching qualifications (Level 2 or above)

Job description

Overview

Veritas Education is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Sports Coach to join a dynamic secondary school in Wakefield. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about physical education and sports development to inspire young people and promote healthy, active lifestyles.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging PE lessons and sports activities across KS3 and KS4.
• Support the PE department in planning and implementing a varied sports curriculum.
• Encourage participation and teamwork through extracurricular clubs and school competitions.
• Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all students.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback and support where needed.

Requirements

• Experience coaching or teaching sports in a school or community setting.
• Relevant coaching qualifications (Level 2 or above desirable).
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage students of all abilities.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).

Why Join Veritas Education

• Competitive daily rates.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for long-term roles and career progression.
• Access to CPD and training resources.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate Sports Coach looking for your next opportunity in Wakefield, we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV to (url removed) or call Tom on (phone number removed) for more information.

Application Requirements for Veritas Education

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.