Job description
Job Title: Sports Coach
Location: Barnsley
Pay Rate: £95 – £115 per day
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time | Day-to-day / Long-term
Are you an energetic and enthusiastic Sports Coach with a passion for inspiring young people through sport and physical activity?
GSL Education are currently seeking a dedicated Sports Coach to join schools in Barnsley from Immediate. This role provides the chance to motivate pupils, promote teamwork, and deliver engaging sports sessions that support both physical fitness and personal development.
As a Sports Coach, you will:
- Deliver structured PE lessons and extra-curricular sports activities.
- Encourage pupils to develop their fitness, teamwork, and resilience.
- Support students in reaching their full potential through physical education.
- Assist teachers with classroom activities when required.
- Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive sporting environment.
- Provide mentoring and guidance to students who may face barriers to learning.
- Uphold safeguarding and child protection policies at all times.
Requirements for Sports Coach:
- Previous experience working with children or young people in a coaching or educational setting.
- A recognised sports coaching qualification is desirable.
- Enthusiasm, energy, and strong communication skills.
- Ability to inspire, motivate, and engage young learners.
- An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- A full CV covering the last 10 years of employment, with explanations for any gaps.
What GSL Education Offers:
- Competitive daily pay rates.
- Flexible placements to suit your availability.
- Access to training and professional development opportunities.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
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.
To apply for the role of Sports Coach, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch soon.