Sports Coach

Sports Coach - Hartford

Long-Term | Full-Time | Alternative Provision | Potential Permanent Opportunity

Simply Education is recruiting for a specialist Alternative Provision setting in Hartford , looking for an enthusiastic Sports Coach to join their team as a Teaching Assistant , supporting pupils from Key Stage 2 through to Key Stage 4 .

This is an exciting opportunity for a Sports Coach who wants to take their passion beyond the sports field and use it to build confidence, develop positive relationships and help young people re-engage with education .

About the School

The school provides a calm, nurturing and structured environment , where every young person is treated as an individual.

The ethos is centred around positive relationships, understanding each pupil's needs and recognising their strengths . Staff work closely together to create an environment where pupils feel safe, supported and encouraged to succeed.

This is a newly opened, outstanding setting that is growing gradually, with pupil numbers increasing term by term . As the school continues to grow, they are looking to strengthen their team with passionate staff who can play an important role in developing the provision and supporting its pupils.

It's an exciting time to join the school, with the opportunity to grow alongside the setting and make a real impact from the beginning .

The Role

As a Sports Coach working as a Teaching Assistant , you'll use sport and physical activity to engage and motivate pupils while supporting them throughout their school day.

You'll help young people develop:

• Confidence and self-esteem
• Resilience and emotional regulation
• Communication and teamwork
• Positive behaviour and relationships
• Motivation and engagement
• Independence and life skills

You'll work closely with teachers and the wider team to provide consistent, positive and encouraging support .

About You

We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, resilient and passionate about working with young people .

Your Experience could include:

• Sports Coaching or PE
• Teaching Assistant work
• Alternative Provision or SEMH
• Youth Work or Mentoring
• Children's Care or Residential Support
• Football, rugby, fitness or community sport

Previous Alternative Provision experience is beneficial but not essential . What's important is your ability to build positive relationships, remain calm and consistent, set clear boundaries and inspire young people .

Why Apply?

This is more than a Sports Coach position.

It's an opportunity to use your passion for sport to help young people from KS2 to KS4 discover their strengths, build confidence and believe in what they can achieve .

You'll be joining a growing school at an exciting stage in its development, where your contribution will genuinely make a difference .

If you're ready for a role where you can inspire, support and positively influence young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact Helen Davies at Simply Education on Nantwich Office to find out more.

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