Sports Coach

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

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a dedicated Sports Coach for a school in Batley (WF17). The role involves delivering structured activity sessions, managing behavior, and tracking student engagement. Ideal candidates have experience in coaching or mentoring and can confidently handle challenging situations. This role offers competitive pay options and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate of £90‑£120

Flexible full‑time and part‑time options

Access to specialist training

A well-organised working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching, mentoring, or structured youth settings.
• Ability to manage and communicate effectively with students.
• Willingness to apply for an enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured physical activity sessions.
• Lead sports and fitness sessions with clear expectations.
• Apply behaviour management strategies during activities.
• Track participation and engagement levels.
• Coordinate efficiently with teachers and school staff.

Skills

Experience in coaching, mentoring, SEMH support

Strong presence with controlled communication

Confidence managing challenging behaviour

Quick decision-making under pressure

Job description

Are you a driven and disciplined Sports Coach ready to take on a role where your leadership, control, and clear direction make a direct impact?

Reeson Education is looking for a confident Sports Coach to work in a focused and structured school environment in Batley (WF17). This position of Sports Coach suits someone practical, authoritative, and able to work independently while maintaining strong professional standards.

About the Role

As a Sports Coach, you will deliver structured physical activity sessions, drive participation through firm routines, and maintain control during high‑energy environments. You will reinforce discipline, teamwork, and focus while keeping pupils fully engaged.

Key Responsibilities

• Targeted Guidance: Lead structured sports and fitness sessions with clear expectations
• Session Leadership: Maintain control, routines, and boundaries throughout the school day
• Behaviour Management: Apply firm behaviour strategies during physical activity
• Progress Tracking: Track participation, progress, and engagement levels
• Professional Coordination: Work efficiently with teachers, behaviour staff, and leadership

What You’ll Need

• Experience in coaching, mentoring, SEMH support, or structured youth settings
• Strong presence with controlled, direct communication
• Confidence managing challenging behaviour during physical activity
• Quick decision‑making and practical problem‑solving under pressure
• An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply through Reeson Education

Benefits

• Competitive daily rate of £90‑£120 based on experience
• Flexible full‑time and part‑time options
• Access to specialist training and professional development
• A professional and well‑organised working environment
• The chance to act as a strong, positive role model

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.

Contact: Please contact our consultant Mitch Stringer. Email: e‑[e-mail]. Phone: [phone]).

We look forward to welcoming a dependable and driven Sports Coach to our team.

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.

All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%.