Sports Graduates / Alternative Education

Tradewind Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in education is seeking Sports Graduates to work across specialist SEMH schools in the UK. This role is ideal for energetic individuals keen on using sports to engage and support students facing emotional and behavioral challenges. Responsibilities include providing individualized support, implementing behaviour management strategies, and collaborating with teachers. The position offers flexible options and a supportive work environment with numerous development opportunities.

Benefits

Access to over 2,500 CPD courses

Flexible working arrangements

A commitment to well-being

Qualifications

• Degree in Sports Science or Physical Education.
• Strong behaviour management skills to engage students.
• Experience working with children or youth coaching is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to disengaged students through sport.
• Implement behaviour management strategies using positive reinforcement.
• Build strong relationships with students to support their development.

Skills

Behaviour management

Relationship-building skills

Enthusiastic approach

Positive reinforcement

Education

Degree in Sports Science, Physical Education, or related subject

Job description

Are you a Sports Graduate looking to kick-start your career in education? Do you have a passion for helping young people thrive both emotionally and physically? Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting Sports Graduates to work across specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) schools and Alternative Provisions in Swindon, Wiltshire and Berkshire, starting immediately.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident, energetic individual who enjoys using sport and physical activity to engage students and support their learning and well-being. You'll work alongside experienced teachers and support staff, helping students who face social, emotional, and behavioural challenges to develop confidence, resilience and positive relationships.

What we're looking for:

• A degree in Sports Science, Physical Education, or a related subject
• A positive, enthusiastic, and proactive approach
• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills
• A genuine passion for working with young people with additional needs
• Experience working with children or in youth/sports coaching (desirable)

Responsibilities:

• Provide individualised support to disengaged or hard to reach students, helping them manage their emotions and make positive choices through sport intervention.
• Implement behaviour management strategies outlined by the provisions, utilising positive reinforcement techniques, and promoting self-regulation skills.
• Build strong relationships with students based on trust, respect, and understanding, supporting their academic and emotional development.
• Collaborate closely with teachers and school staff to develop and implement behaviour support plans, providing feedback on the effectiveness of interventions.
• Handle challenging situations and use appropriate de‑escalation techniques to manage children in crisis when necessary.

Why work with Tradewind?

• Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
• Your development matters: we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the incredible National College
• Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long‑term contracts, and permanent positions all available, all local to you
• Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer

Interested? Reach out or apply today!