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Start Date: January

Contract: 6-month fixed term (potential for extension)

Are you a passionate Sports Coach looking to make a real impact? We're looking for an enthusiastic, hands‑on practitioner to join a highly supportive SEN school in Salford, working within their SEMH provision. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your coaching background and transferable skills to support children with a range of needs, helping them engage, regulate and thrive through physical activity.

• Using sport and movement to support engagement, behaviour regulation and confidence‑building
• Working closely with pupils with SEMH and additional learning needs
• Leading small group or 1:1 physical activities tailored to individual EHCP targets
• Supporting teachers and pastoral staff to create positive, structured learning environments
• Acting as a role model, mentor and motivator for pupils who need consistency and encouragement

• Background in sports coaching or physical activity leadership
• Experience working with children or young people (SEN/SEMH experience desirable)
• A calm, resilient and proactive approach
• Strong behaviour management, communication and relationship‑building skills
• Someone who thrives in a practical, active, hands‑on role

• January start with a fixed 6-month contract
• Opportunity for the role to become permanent
• Supportive, welcoming school with excellent staff culture
• Chance to make a genuine difference through sport

If you're energetic, motivated and ready to bring your coaching skills into a rewarding SEN setting, we'd love to hear from you.

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.