Job description

Job Title: Sports Coaches
Location: Wakefield (WF4)
Pay rate: £460-£600 per week (Depending on experience)
Start Date: January 2026
Contract type: Day-to-day/ Long-term, Full-time/ Part-time 

Do you feel enthusiastic, energetic, and passionate about encouraging young people to stay active and engaged through sport?

GSL Education are appointing Sports Coaches to work throughout schools in Wakefield, WF4, supporting pupils through structured physical activities and promoting healthy, active lifestyles.

As Sports Coaches, you will deliver engaging sessions that build teamwork, confidence, and positive behaviour, working with teaching staff to ensure activities are inclusive, safe, and enjoyable for all pupils.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Deliver structured sports and physical activity sessions.
  • Support pupils in developing coordination, teamwork, and confidence.
  • Promote positive behaviour and sportsmanship during activities.
  • Assist with setting up, organising, and safely storing equipment.
  • Supervise pupils during indoor and outdoor sporting sessions.

Requirements of Sports Coaches:

  • Experience working with children or young people in a sports or school setting.
  • A strong interest in physical education and youth development.
  • Good communication and leadership skills.
  • Awareness of safeguarding and health and safety procedures.
  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Motivated to inspire pupils through sport and make a positive impact? This Sports Coach role offers a rewarding chance to contribute within an active, supportive school environment.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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’ role, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Sam Scott at sam.scott@gsleducation.comfor more information.