Sports Coach

GSL Education

  • Derby
  • £190 per day
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
Job Title: Sports Coach
Location: Derby
Pay Rate: £130 - £190 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Temp to PermDo you have the passion and drive to use sport as a vehicle to build confidence, improve focus, and foster teamwork in young learners?GSL Education are inviting dynamic and energetic individuals to step into the role of Sports Coach at a welcoming school located in Derby. This is a fantastic opportunity for those who want to channel their passion for sport into a fulfilling and impactful education role.As a Sports Coach, you will play a vital role in encouraging physical development, instilling sporting values, and supporting students’ mental and physical well-being. Your work will involve leading PE lessons, organising physical activities, and helping students develop essential life skills such as resilience, communication, and teamwork.Job Responsibilities:
  • Deliver and support PE lessons across key stages under the guidance of teaching staff.
  • Plan and facilitate structured physical activities and sports sessions to engage learners.
  • Promote an inclusive sporting environment where all students can participate and succeed.
  • Work with students with varied abilities, including those with SEN or SEMH needs, using sport to support behavioural and emotional development.
  • Support extra-curricular clubs, inter-school competitions, and lunchtime/playground activities.
  • Maintain accurate records of participation and progress where required.
Job Requirements:
  • Experience coaching children or young people, ideally within a school or sports setting.
  • A relevant sports or coaching qualification (e.g. Level 2 or above in Coaching, PE, or Sport Development).
  • A genuine enthusiasm for youth development and sports education.
  • Strong communication and motivational skills, with the ability to manage groups effectively.
  • Understanding of child safeguarding and behaviour management strategies.
  • Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
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  • Competitive daily rates of pay tailored to your experience.
  • A supportive and responsive team of consultants to assist with your career progression.
  • Opportunities to work in inclusive and forward-thinking school environments.
If you are ready to encourage students to lead active, healthy, and confident lives, we want to hear from you. Apply today to become a valued Sports Coach in Derby and start making a difference through sport.Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Sports Coach’&n

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