Sports Coach

Job description

Sports Coach- Ellesmere Port

Long-Term | Full-Time | Specialist SEND School

A specialist SEND school in Ellesmere Port is looking for a passionate Sports Coach to join their team as a Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis, with the potential for a permanent position for the right person.

The school provides a nurturing, supportive and highly structured environment for young people with special educational needs and disabilities, including pupils with autism and complex learning needs. This role would be based in secondary between KS3 and KS4.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in sports coaching, PE, youth work or supporting young people who wants to use their skills to make a genuine difference to pupils' education, confidence and development.

The Role

As a Sports Coach working as a Teaching Assistant, you'll use sport and physical activity as a positive way to engage pupils and support their learning and development.

You'll work closely with teachers and specialist staff, providing 1:1 and small-group support throughout the school day.

You'll help pupils to:

Build confidence, resilience and self-esteem
Develop communication and social skills
Improve teamwork and cooperation
Develop emotional regulation
Manage behaviour and emotions positively
Build positive relationships with adults and peers
Develop motivation and engagement
Develop independence and life skills
Recognise their strengths and celebrate achievements
Develop a positive attitude towards learning

Sport at the Heart of Learning

This isn't simply a sports coaching role.

You'll be working as a Teaching Assistant, supporting pupils across the school day while using your sporting background to engage, motivate and build positive relationships.

For some pupils, sport and physical activity can provide a powerful way to communicate, build trust and experience success.

You'll use activities such as team games, physical challenges and structured sporting activities to develop confidence, communication, teamwork, resilience and emotional regulation.

You'll also support pupils within the classroom and wider school environment, working alongside teachers to help them access their education and achieve their individual goals.

About the School

The school provides a specialist education setting for children and young people with additional needs, with a strong focus on individual development, independence and preparing pupils for their future.

The environment is calm, structured and nurturing, with staff working closely together to understand each pupil's individual needs and provide consistent support.

Relationships are at the heart of the school, and staff are encouraged to celebrate small steps of progress and help pupils recognise their strengths.

Your Experience

We're looking for an enthusiastic Sports Coach who is interested ...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Sutton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

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