Sports Coach & Wellbeing

Harmonia Careers; Poole; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding SEN school is looking for a passionate Sports Coach & Wellbeing Lead to inspire young children. This dynamic role involves teaching the Primary PE National Curriculum and leading health and wellbeing initiatives. Ideal for those with sports coaching experience, this position allows you to make a positive impact on pupils with special educational needs. Join a supportive environment where your leadership qualities can shine, and help foster resilience and teamwork among students. If you are dedicated to promoting wellbeing and development in children, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in a SEN environment with knowledge of SEND requirements.
• Drive for pupil development with high expectations of achievement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead PE lessons while monitoring pupil progress.
• Support pupils in class and provide targeted assistance.

Skills

Sports Coaching

Effective Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork Skills

Empathy

Education

Sports Coaching Badges

Degree in Relevant Field

Job description

SPORTS COACH & WELLBEING LEAD

About The School

Prospero Teaching is partnering with an outstanding SEN School seeking a passionate Sports Coach & Wellbeing Lead.

This dynamic role involves teaching the Primary PE National Curriculum, leading parts of the PHSE curriculum related to health and wellbeing, and promoting staff wellbeing. Ideal for those experienced in Sports Coaching with leadership qualities and a desire to work with young children with special educational needs. Perfect for aspiring teachers or individuals who enjoy leading groups without the full responsibilities of a teacher.

We welcome applicants with sports coaching badges and degrees.

The role includes planning and leading PE lessons, monitoring pupil progress, teaching PHSE curriculum parts, supporting pupils in class, and providing targeted support. Candidates should be flexible, have experience with KS1-2 children with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties, and possess resilience, teamwork skills, interpersonal skills, and a good sense of humour.

Contract Details

• Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
• Position: Sports Coach & Wellbeing Lead
• Type of work: Sports Coach & Pastoral Responsibilities
• Start date: September 2025
• Duration: Temporary to Permanent
• Contract type: Temporary to Permanent
• Full time/Part time: Full time
• Minimum rate of pay: £110 per day
• Hours: 8:30 am - 4:15 pm

Experience, Training And Qualifications

• Drive and determination for pupil development while maintaining high expectations of achievement.
• Empathy and caring nature while dealing with sensitive scenarios.
• Effective communication with staff, pupils, and parents.
• Adaptability and pro-activeness under pressure.
• Confidence to develop pupils socially, emotionally, and behaviourally.
• Experience working in a SEN environment with strong knowledge of SEND requirements.
• Sports Coaching Experience / Level 2 Coaching Badges

Eligibility through Prospero Teaching

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process one.