Sports Coaches & Sport Graduates

Supporting children with a range of needs, including autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language, and sensory processing challenges.

- Assisting students 1:1 or in small groups to access learning.

- Using movement, games, and structured routines to help children regulate emotions and stay focused.

Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced coach ready for a new challenge, this is an incredible opportunity to transfer your skills into a rewarding education role, supporting children with special educational needs (SEN) or from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Why Sports Coaches Thrive in This Role

- Teamwork, motivation & structure: Your coaching experience gives you the ability to support students' learning, behaviour, and confidence.

- Active, movement-based learning: Many children with SEN respond brilliantly to kinaesthetic and physical approaches.

- Resilience & relationship-building: You already know how to guide, encourage, and inspire, even on the toughest days., A sport science graduate or experienced sports coach passionate about working with children.

- Energetic, patient, and committed to making a difference.

- Open to supporting children with additional needs or behavioural challenges.

Requirements:

- Excellent communication and teamwork skills

- A calm, patient, and proactive approach to supporting children's learning

- An Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

- Ability to provide a minimum of 2 professional references covering the last 2 years.

Competitive pay rates.

- Consistent weekday hours (8:30am-3:30pm, Monday to Friday)

- Ongoing, long-term position within a supportive school environment