Sports Coaches

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational agency is seeking Sports Coaches in Wakefield to motivate and inspire young people to engage in physical activities. This role involves delivering various sports sessions and encouraging teamwork and confidence-building among pupils. Candidates should possess experience in coaching, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding. A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required or willingness to apply. This position offers both full-time and part-time contracts with competitive rates.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching children or young people in sports or physical activities.
• Strong communication, motivation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with pupils of varying abilities and confidence levels.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Professionalism and a responsible approach to safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist in delivering sports sessions across different disciplines.
• Encourage participation, motivation, and positive engagement in physical activities.
• Teach techniques, rules, and strategies in a clear and supportive way.
• Support students in developing fitness, coordination, and teamwork skills.
• Help set up and manage equipment safely during sessions.
• Maintain a safe, organised, and encouraging environment.

Skills

Experience coaching children or young people

Strong communication skills

Motivation and interpersonal skills

Ability to work with varying abilities

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Sports Coaches
Location: Wakefield
Pay rate: Upto £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: January 2026
Contract type: Day-to-day/ Long-term, Full-time/ Part-time

Do you thrive on motivating young people to embrace physical activity and grow in confidence?

GSL Education are proud to introduce Sports Coaches to Wakefield schools, helping young people stay active while developing teamwork and healthy habits.

As a Sports Coach, you will encourage pupils to participate in a variety of sports, help them build confidence, and support teamwork and personal development.

Main Responsibilities of Sports Coach:

• Lead and assist in delivering sports sessions across different disciplines.
• Encourage participation, motivation, and positive engagement in physical activities.
• Teach techniques, rules, and strategies in a clear and supportive way.
• Support students in developing fitness, coordination, and teamwork skills.
• Help set up and manage equipment safely during sessions.
• Maintain a safe, organised, and encouraging environment.

Requirements:

• Experience coaching children or young people in sports or physical activities.
• Strong communication, motivation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with pupils of varying abilities and confidence levels.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Professionalism and a responsible approach to safeguarding.

If you are a passionate Sports Coach eager to help students stay active, improve their skills, and enjoy learning through sport, you’ll have the chance to leave a positive legacy.

Please be advised 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 are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Sports Coach’ role, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Sam Scott at [e-mail] for more information.