Sports Learning Coach for SEMH Students

GSL Education; Essex; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

CPD training library

Career progression

Sport-focused role

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a Sports Learning Support Assistant (Sports LSA) to work in a Social, Emotional and Mental Health school in Southend. This role blends sport with education to help students develop confidence, teamwork and emotional regulation.

You will support PE sessions, sports activities and practical learning, providing 1:1 and small-group support for SEMH needs. The position offers full-time hours and a daily rate of £93–£120, with CPD and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Interest in sport, physical education, coaching or fitness.
• Experience working with children or young people in schools, sports clubs, youth work or support settings is desirable.
• Confidence supporting students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering PE lessons, sports activities and practical learning sessions.
• Use sport to encourage teamwork, communication, confidence and positive relationships.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.
• Help manage challenging behaviour through positive strategies, emotional regulation and clear boundaries.
• Build trusting relationships with students who may struggle with engagement, attendance or behaviour.
• Adapt activities to meet students’ individual needs, abilities and interests.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and school staff to maintain a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Sport interest

Communication

Teamwork

Behaviour support

Education

Experience with SEMH

Job description

GSL Education is seeking a Sports Learning Support Assistant (Sports LSA) to work in a Social, Emotional and Mental Health school in Southend. This role blends sport with education to help students develop confidence, teamwork and emotional regulation.

You will support PE sessions, sports activities and practical learning, providing 1:1 and small-group support for SEMH needs. The position offers full-time hours and a daily rate of £93–£120, with CPD and progression opportunities.