Job description
Inspire Active Learning – Become a Sports Coach in Sheffield!
Job Title: Sports Coach
Location: Sheffield
Salary Range: £95 -£120 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Do you have a passion for sport and a drive to help young people build confidence, discipline, and teamwork?
GSL Education are seeking a dynamic and energetic Sports Coach to support physical education within a thriving school in Sheffield. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead, mentor, and motivate students while helping to promote a healthy and active lifestyle.
Role Overview:
As a Sports Coach, you will be at the heart of delivering high-quality physical activity sessions, supporting both curriculum-based PE lessons and extracurricular sporting opportunities. You will work alongside experienced educators and pastoral teams, using sport as a tool to foster student engagement, confidence, and emotional resilience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, lead, and assist with engaging sports and fitness activities.
- Work collaboratively with PE staff to support curriculum delivery.
- Encourage participation and positive behaviour through structured games and teamwork.
- Lead or assist with after-school clubs, school teams, and sports competitions.
- Help manage behaviour and provide pastoral support during physical activities.
- Identify and nurture sporting talent and promote physical confidence among all students.
- Ensure the safety, welfare, and enjoyment of all pupils during sessions.
Job Requirements:
- Experience coaching or mentoring young people in school or community settings.
- A recognised coaching qualification or a degree in Sports Science, Physical Education, or a related field.
- Passion for working with children and supporting their holistic development.
- Ability to deliver engaging and inclusive physical activities across various age groups.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Positive classroom and behaviour management skills.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Benefits of Joining GSL Education:
- Competitive pay reflecting your experience and contribution.
- Access to local placements in reputable schools.
- Ongoing support and personalised career guidance.
- Free CPD and training programmes tailored to your role.
Are you ready to turn your sporting skills into a meaningful career supporting the next generation? Apply now and bring your energy, enthusiasm, and coaching talent to the students of Sheffield!
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.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Sports Coach’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.