Sports Coach - Secondary School Support Role

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are seeking a Sports Coach to support pupils in KS3/KS4 across secondary schools in Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire. The role offers a pathway into education with opportunities to develop behaviour management and classroom skills.

You could be a Sports Coach, PE graduate, or activity leader, with a passion for working with young people. This temporary, flexible position suits those looking for school-based experience, with daily pay rates between £95 and £120+.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching or leading young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional approach for working in schools.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students across KS3 and KS4.
• Leading small group activities and interventions.
• Promoting positive behaviour.
• Supporting engagement and participation.
• Working alongside teaching and pastoral teams.

Skills

Experience coaching

Strong communication

Positive attitude

Job description

Sports Coach - Secondary School Support Role

Stoke-on-Trent | Staffordshire | Secondary Schools

Location: Stoke-on-Trent & Staffordshire
Pay rate: £95 - £120+ per day
Start Date: ASAP 2026
Contract Type: Temporary
Working Pattern: Full-time / Part-time

Are you a Sports Coach looking to transfer your skills into education?

Teaching Personnel are working with secondary schools and specialist provisions across Staffordshire seeking confident Sports Coaches, PE instructors and activity leaders to support pupils both inside and outside the classroom.

Many schools are looking for positive role models who can build strong relationships with young people, promote engagement and support behaviour across the school day.

You could be:

• A Sports Coach
• A PE Graduate
• A Football, Rugby or Cricket Coach
• A Personal Trainer
• An Activity Leader
• Looking to gain experience working with young people

What you'll gain:

• Experience working in secondary schools
• Behaviour management skills
• Classroom experience
• Long-term opportunities within education
• Pathways into teaching and pastoral roles

Responsibilities:

• Supporting students across KS3 and KS4
• Leading small group activities and interventions
• Promoting positive behaviour
• Supporting engagement and participation
• Working alongside teaching and pastoral teams

What we're looking for:

• Experience coaching or leading young people
• Strong communication skills
• Positive and resilient attitude
• A passion for supporting young people
• A professional approach to working in schools

If you're looking to use your coaching experience in a rewarding school-based role, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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