Sports Coaches & Sport Graduates – SEN Support Roles

senploy; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational organization in Rochdale is seeking a Sports Coach to lead PE lessons and enhance children's physical and mental wellbeing in a school for special educational needs. The ideal candidate will have experience in sports coaching or a related field and a passion for helping children succeed. This full-time role offers a chance to make a real impact and develop professionally.

Benefits

Professional development and training

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience coaching sports or working with young people.
• A background in Sports Coaching, Sports Science, PE, or a related field.
• A passion for helping children with additional needs thrive.

Responsibilities

• Leading or assisting with PE lessons and sports activities.
• Encouraging participation and promoting wellbeing.
• Adapting activities for different abilities.

Skills

Coaching sports

Communication skills

Patience

Teamwork skills

Education

Degree in Sports Coaching or related field

Job description

Job Title

Sports Coach - SEN School

Location: Rochdale

Pay: £102 per day (full-time, school hours)

Are you a Sports Coach or Sports Science graduate looking to make a real impact? An inspiring SEN school in Rochdale is seeking energetic, passionate, and supportive individuals to join their team as Sports Coaches.

Responsibilities

• Leading or assisting with PE lessons, sports activities, and movement-based learning.
• Encouraging participation, building confidence, and promoting positive physical and mental wellbeing.
• Adapting activities to suit different abilities and ensuring sessions are safe and enjoyable.
• Working closely with teachers and support staff to help pupils achieve personal and physical development goals.
• Acting as a positive role model and helping pupils build resilience, teamwork skills, and self-esteem.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching sports or working with young people.
• A background in Sports Coaching, Sports Science, PE, or a related field.
• A passion for helping children with additional needs thrive.
• Patience, resilience, and excellent communication skills.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach and a willingness to learn.
• A welcoming, collaborative team environment.
• The chance to build meaningful relationships and make a measurable difference.
• Professional development and training in SEN and behaviour support.
• Great experience for future careers in teaching, coaching, youth work, or therapy‑based roles.

Application

If you're enthusiastic, supportive, and ready to inspire young people through sport, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help create positive, rewarding experiences for pupils every day.

Additional Information

• This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards.
• Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.
• Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.