Sports Coach/PE Teacher

Smart Teachers; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school in Hillingdon is looking for a passionate PE Teacher/Sports Coach to join their team full-time starting January 2026. This role involves delivering engaging PE sessions and supporting students with special educational needs. Ideal candidates should have experience working with SEN students and a genuine interest in promoting physical activity. Excellent daily rates are offered, along with training and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid via PAYE

Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability)

CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN needs.
• Keen interest in inclusive education settings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging PE sessions tailored to individual needs.
• Promote teamwork and self-confidence through activity.
• Support pupils’ learning across the wider curriculum.

Skills

Experience coaching or delivering sport to children

Passion for physical activity benefits

Patience and adaptability

Team player attitude

Job description

Opportunity

PE Teacher/Sports Coach

Location: Hillingdon, West London | Salary: £130 – £150 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications) paid weekly via PAYE | Start Date: ASAP / Jan 2026

Overview

A welcoming and forward‑thinking specialist school in Hillingdon is seeking a dedicated and energetic Sports Coach / HLTA PE cover to join their team full time in January 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in sport, fitness, or coaching who is passionate about helping young people reach their full potential through physical activity and positive relationships.

The school supports pupils aged 11‑18 with a range of special educational needs (SEN), including moderate and complex learning difficulties and autism. You will play a key role in delivering engaging PE and sports activities across the school, as well as supporting pupils in the classroom when not teaching PE.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver small‑group and whole‑class PE sessions that are inclusive, engaging, and tailored to pupils’ individual needs.
• Promote teamwork, resilience, and self‑confidence through structured physical activity.
• Support pupils’ learning and development across the wider curriculum as part of your timetable.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, helping them to regulate emotions and develop social skills.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, therapists, and other support professionals to create a positive and nurturing learning environment.

Ideal Candidates Will

• Have experience coaching or delivering sport to children or young people (in schools, clubs, or community settings) with SEN needs.
• Be passionate about the benefits of physical activity for wellbeing, confidence, and learning.
• Be patient, adaptable, and positive, with a genuine desire to support children with additional needs.
• Have experience or a keen interest in working within a special needs or inclusive education setting.
• Be a team player who contributes to the wider life of the school.

This position would suit a HLTA with a background in Sports and SEN or an unqualified PE Teacher looking to make a meaningful impact in education, youth work, or SEN support. Full training and ongoing professional development are provided.

What we offer

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.
• Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.

About us

We are a market‑leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK‑employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as ‘Excellent’ by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry‑leading and world‑class levels of employee engagement across the Group.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are a Sports Coach who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed).