Sports Coach

Join a forward-thinking, inclusive school where every child is supported to thrive. This nurturing environment is dedicated to empowering students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to reach their full potential.

Sport plays a vital role here, not just for physical development, but as a powerful tool to build confidence, develop social skills, and support emotional well-being. The school takes a holistic approach, ensuring every student feels valued, included, and inspired to succeed.

We are looking for a passionate and compassionate Sports Coach who is eager to make a meaningful impact. You will deliver engaging, adaptable sports sessions that meet the diverse needs of students, helping them grow both physically and emotionally in a safe, supportive setting.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver dynamic, inclusive sports sessions tailored to students with SEND and SEMH needs
• Adapt activities to ensure every student can participate and succeed
• Create a positive, team-focused environment that builds confidence and resilience
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff to align with Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Track student progress, provide feedback, and celebrate achievements
• Use sport to support emotional regulation, social development, and self-esteem
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students and provide consistent encouragement
• Maintain a safe environment in line with safeguarding and health & safety standards

Qualifications and Skills:

• Sports coaching qualification or a degree in Physical Education / Sports Science
• SEND or SEMH training (highly desirable)

• Experience working with children with SEND and/or SEMH (preferred)

• Ability to adapt coaching styles to meet diverse needs
• Strong communication skills with a patient, empathetic approach
• Solid understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
• Creative and engaging delivery style

Why Join Protocol Education?

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay (no hidden umbrella costs)
• Dedicated, experienced consultants supporting you every step of the way
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
• Access to 50+ accredited online training courses
• Trusted by over 4,000 schools across the UK
• Supporting over 10,000 educators into meaningful employment

Ready to inspire and make an impact? Apply now.

If you’d like to find out more, contact Alanna on 01902 313820 or email alanna.scarle@protocol-education.com

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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