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Sports Coach secondary support Expiring soon


Teaching Personnel

£92.63 - 92.63 per day

United Kingdom

Temporary | Full Time

30/06/2026

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Are you a Sports Coach, Personal Trainer, Athlete, or someone with a strong sporting background looking to make a difference in a secondary school setting?

We are recruiting confident, energetic, and passionate individuals to support students in secondary schools across the local area. Whether you have experience coaching sports teams, leading fitness sessions, or competing at a high level, your skills are highly transferable to the classroom.

Schools highly value candidates from sporting backgrounds because they bring leadership, resilience, teamwork, and the ability to motivate young people—qualities that are essential when supporting secondary-aged students both academically and personally.

  • Supporting students aged 11–16 within the classroom
  • Building positive relationships with pupils and acting as a role model
  • Encouraging engagement, participation, and confidence in lessons
  • Supporting behaviour management and emotional wellbeing
  • Working with students who may require additional support to succeed in school
  • Assisting teachers with classroom activities and interventions
  • Helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment
  • Has a background in sports coaching, fitness, athletics, or competitive sports
  • Is passionate about supporting young people
  • Possesses excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Can remain calm, resilient, and positive in challenging situations
  • Is confident building relationships with students and staff
  • Is interested in developing a career within education
  • Flexible opportunities in local secondary schools
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Valuable classroom experience
  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
  • A potential pathway into teaching, pastoral, SEN, or behaviour support roles

This is an excellent opportunity for sports professionals looking to transfer their skills into a rewarding environment where they can positively impact students' education, confidence, and future success.


Teaching Personnel is the UK's leading education recruitment agency, working in partnership with schools nationwide to provide high-quality teaching and support staff. We are dedicated to helping individuals find rewarding opportunities within education, regardless of whether they have previous school-based experience.

When you join Teaching Personnel, you'll benefit from the support of a dedicated consultant, access to free CPD and training courses, flexible working opportunities, and a wide range of roles across secondary schools. Our team is committed to helping you develop your career and find a position that matches your skills, experience, and aspirations.

Apply today and discover how your sporting background can help inspire, motivate, and support the next generation of students.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
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