Job description
Looking for a Sports Coach / Learning Support in Rotherham!
Job Title: Sports Coach / Learning Support
Location: Rotherham
Salary: £460 – £650 per week
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time, Long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately
Are you looking to transfer your sports, coaching, or fitness experience into a rewarding school-based support role? GSL Education is seeking confident and motivated individuals to work within schools across Rotherham, supporting students both inside and outside the classroom.
This role is not focused on sports delivery or PE teaching. Instead, you will use the transferable skills gained through coaching and fitness environments — such as behaviour management, communication, motivation, and structure — to support young people in an educational setting.
About the School:
The schools are welcoming and inclusive environments that place a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, engagement, and positive behaviour. Staff work collaboratively to provide structured support for students with a range of learning, behavioural, and additional needs. Schools value reliable support staff who can build strong relationships and help create a calm and focused learning atmosphere.
About the Role:
As a Sports Coach / Learning Support member of staff, you will work closely with teachers and pastoral teams to provide classroom support, behaviour support, SEN support, and occasional cover supervision where required. Your role will involve helping students remain engaged in lessons, encouraging positive behaviour, and supporting pupils who may need additional guidance throughout the school day.
Responsibilities:
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Support students in lessons across a range of subjects
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Provide classroom, behaviour, and SEN support where needed
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Supervise classes during short-term teacher absences
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Use coaching and mentoring skills to motivate and engage students
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Help maintain a safe, positive, and structured learning environment
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Build positive relationships with students and staff across the school
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Provide feedback to teaching staff on student progress and engagement
Requirements:
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Background in sports coaching, fitness, youth work, or similar environments
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Confidence working with children or young people
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Strong communication and behaviour management skills
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Calm, proactive, and adaptable approach
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Ability to work effectively as part of a team
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Genuine interest in supporting students within education settings
This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with a sporting background to gain valuable experience in schools while making a positive impact on students’ learning, behaviour, and confidence.
To work with GSL Education as a Sports Coach / Learning Support, you should:
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Have the right to work in the UK
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Hold an up-to-date CV with two references from the last 2 years
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Have an Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education
For more information or to apply, please contact Tom Knight at tom.knight@gsleducation.com at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a Sports Coach / Learning Support, please apply via the application link.