Sports Coach SEMH

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Sports Coach SEMH in Sheffield to support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The role involves delivering tailored coaching sessions, promoting well-being, and leading extracurricular activities. Ideal candidates will have experience with SEMH pupils and relevant coaching qualifications. The position offers flexible placements and competitive pay rates.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Flexible placements within schools

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH pupils is ideal.
• Must have an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.
• A full CV covering the last 10 years is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver sports coaching sessions aligned with the PE curriculum.
• Support PE lessons and promote active participation.
• Organise and supervise sports clubs and events.

Skills

Experience coaching or teaching sports

Communication skills

Motivational skills

Organisational skills

Passion for promoting active lifestyles

Education

Coaching qualifications

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Sports Coach SEMH

Location: Sheffield

Pay Rate: £100 – £120 per day (depending on experience)

Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you an energetic and passionate Sports Coach with experience supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Sports Coach SEMH to join a school in Sheffield. This role provides an exciting opportunity to motivate pupils, develop their physical skills, and support their emotional and social development through sport and physical activity.

Role Overview

As a Sports Coach SEMH, you will assist PE staff in delivering tailored lessons, lead extracurricular sports sessions, and support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, promoting teamwork, confidence, and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver sports coaching sessions in line with the school’s PE curriculum.
• Support PE lessons and encourage active participation.
• Promote health, fitness, and wellbeing among pupils.
• Inspire teamwork, fair play, and resilience through sport.
• Assist with organising and supervising sports clubs, competitions, and events.
• Uphold high standards of safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Requirements

• Experience coaching or teaching sports, ideally with SEMH pupils.
• Coaching qualifications or relevant experience in multiple sports.
• Strong communication, motivational, and organisational skills.
• A passion for promoting active lifestyles and sports participation.
• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps.

What GSL Education offers

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Flexible placements within schools.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant throughout your placement.

Please note that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education is committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

To apply for the role of Sports Coach, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV. A dedicated consultant will be in touch shortly.