Job description

Looking for a Sports Coach in Sheffield!
Job Title: Sports Coach
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £460 – £650 per week
Contract Type: Full time, long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately

Are you a passionate and energetic Sports Coach looking to inspire young people through physical activity and teamwork? An exciting opportunity is available at a school in Sheffield for a motivated individual to support students’ physical development, engagement, and overall well-being through structured sports and activity sessions.

About the School:
The school offers a positive and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to develop confidence, resilience, and a healthy attitude towards learning and physical activity. Catering to pupils from diverse backgrounds, the school places strong emphasis on personal development, teamwork, and well-being alongside academic progress. Staff work collaboratively to create a supportive atmosphere that motivates students to participate, engage, and succeed both in and out of the classroom.

About the Role:
As a Sports Coach, you will support the delivery of high-quality physical education and extracurricular sports activities. You will work closely with teaching staff to promote active lifestyles, positive behaviour, and student engagement, using sport as a tool to build confidence, discipline, and teamwork.

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver engaging sports and physical activity sessions to individuals and groups.
  • Support PE lessons and extracurricular sports clubs across the school.
  • Encourage teamwork, resilience, and positive behaviour through sport.
  • Adapt activities to meet the needs and abilities of all students.
  • Promote physical well-being and active participation.
  • Work collaboratively with teachers and staff to support student development.
  • Ensure activities are delivered safely and in line with school policies.

Qualifications:

  • Previous experience working as a Sports Coach or in a similar role is preferred.
  • Relevant sports coaching qualification or background in sports/physical activity.
  • Ability to motivate and engage students of varying abilities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A positive, energetic, and flexible approach to working with young people.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ physical development and confidence through sport. To apply for the position of Sports Coach, please submit your CV now!

To work with GSL Education as a Sports Coach, you should:

  • Have the right to work in the UK.
  • Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
  • Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.

For more information or to apply, please contact Leanne Clark at GSL Education (Leanne.Clark@gsleducation.com) as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a Sports Coach, please apply via the application link.