Sports Coach

Job description

P.E Coach/Teaching Assistant

Specialist Secondary School (Boys – SEMH)

Salary: H4 Scale – £26,215–£27,632 FTE

Actual Salary: £19,393–£20,441 per annum (pro rata)

Hours: 32 hours per week, term time

Contract: Full-time (term time)

Start Date: September 2026

We are seeking a talented, energetic and motivated PE- Coach/Teaching Assistant to join a forward-thinking secondary day special school supporting boys with Social,Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This role offers excellent opportunities for professional development, and we are particularly interested in the person as much as their experience or technical skill.

The Role

Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you will:

• Support the delivery of PE and physically active learning
• Engage and motivate pupils through positive behaviour management and strong relationships
• Promote teamwork, resilience, emotional wellbeing and self-regulation
• Provide both classroom and wider school support
• Contribute to a well-established Work Related Learning and Vocational Curriculum
• Act as a consistent, positive role model for pupils with emotional and behavioural needs

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have experience supporting pupils with SEMH, emotional or behavioural difficulties
• Be confident supporting practical, physical and outdoor learning
• Bring energy, patience, resilience and a calm approach
• Be adaptable, reflective and committed to ongoing professional development
• Have experience in a mainstream or special school setting (desirable but not essential)

What We Offer:

• High-quality training and development opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative staff environment
• The chance to join a pioneering and expanding specialist provision
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing, recognition and reward
• Access to substantial staff discounts, including:
• Travel
• Health and fitness
• Legal and financial services
• Shopping, food and drink
• Entertainment, technology, motoring, gifts and learning

Additional Information:

• Paid trial day available
• School visits are warmly welcomed

If you are passionate about working with young people and want to be part of a school that values innovation, relationships and professional growth, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Baldock

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £19,393 and £20,441 Per Month

Published at

09-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English