Job description

Job Title: Sports Coach
Location: Askern, DN6
Pay Rate: £95 – £120 per day
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you a dynamic and enthusiastic person with a passion for motivating young people through sport?

GSL Education are looking for a dedicated Sports Coach to join schools in Askern (DN6). As a Sports Coach, this role is perfect for someone who can motivate pupils to stay active, build confidence, and develop teamwork and leadership skills through engaging sports activities.


Responsibilities as a Sports Coach:

  • Plan and deliver fun and engaging sports and physical education sessions.
  • Promote pupils’ physical development and encourage healthy, active lifestyles.
  • Foster teamwork, discipline, and self-confidence through structured activities.
  • Provide classroom support when required and assist with behaviour management.
  • Work closely with teaching staff to integrate sports and physical activity into the wider curriculum.
  • Support extracurricular activities, school events, and after-school clubs.


Requirements for Sports Coach:

  • Previous experience coaching or working with children or young people is desirable.
  • A recognised sports coaching qualification is advantageous but not essential.
  • Excellent communication, motivation, and leadership skills.
  • Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude towards pupil development.
  • An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
  • A CV covering the last 10 years of employment history, with any gaps explained.


What GSL Education Offers:

  • Competitive daily rates.
  • Flexible day-to-day, full-time, or part-time placements.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Dedicated consultant support 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’ and submit your CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.