Sports Coach Jobs in South Yorkshire

Sports Coach - Transition into SEND Education (Teaching Assistant / Cover Supervisor) Location: Sheffield Salary: £95-£120 per day (depending on experience and responsibilities) Job Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only Start Date: September 2026 Are you a Sports Coach , PE Coach or Youth Coach looking for a rewarding new career where you can make a lasting difference to the lives of young people? Tradewind Recruitment are working in partnership with a well-established and highly respected Multi-Academy Trust to recruit enthusiastic and motivated Sports Coaches to work within their specialist SEND schools across Sheffield from September 2026 . Whether you're looking to become a Teaching Assistant or gain experience as a Cover Supervisor , your coaching background could be the perfect foundation for a successful career in Special Educational Needs (SEND). Why Sports Coaches Excel in SEND The skills you've developed through coaching are highly transferable into specialist education. Your ability to motivate, build relationships, manage behaviour positively and encourage teamwork can have a life-changing impact on children with additional needs. Many of the pupils you'll support thrive through movement, routine and positive role models, making sports coaches an excellent fit for these specialist settings. The Role Working as a Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor, you will support children and young people with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and communication difficulties. No two days are the same. You will help pupils access learning, develop social skills, build confidence and celebrate achievements-both inside and outside the classroom. You may work with pupils on a 1:1 basis, in small intervention groups or support the wider classroom alongside experienced teachers. Key Responsibilities • Support pupils with SEND throughout the school day. • Build positive, trusting relationships that encourage confidence and engagement. • Use your coaching skills to motivate pupils and promote positive behaviour. • Support classroom learning and practical activities across a variety of subjects. • Lead small group activities and intervention sessions when appropriate. • Encourage teamwork, communication and independence. • Assist with breaktimes, educational visits and enrichment activities. • Work closely with teachers and the wider school team to provide the best possible outcomes for pupils. About You We would love to hear from candidates who have experience as: • Sports Coach • Football Coach • Rugby Coach • Cricket Coach • Multi-Sports Coach • PE Coach • Gymnastics Coach • Martial Arts Instructor • Swimming Teacher • Dance Coach • Youth Worker • Community Coach You'll also have: • A positive, energetic and resilient attitude. • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. • A genuine passion for supporting children and young people. • The ability to remain calm and adaptable in different situations. • A willingness to learn and develop within SEND education. • Availability to work full-time during term time from September 2026 . Previous school experience is welcomed but not essential . If you have experience coaching children or young people, we would love to hear from you. Why Work Through Tradewind Recruitment? • Competitive daily rates of pay. • Access to over 2,500 FREE CPD courses through The National College. • Ongoing support from a dedicated specialist SEND consultant. • Opportunities to work within a highly respected Multi-Academy Trust. • Flexible payroll options. • Long-term positions with the opportunity to secure permanent employment. • A rewarding career where you can make a genuine difference every day. Salary Information (£95-£120 per day) Our daily rates of pay are determined individually and are based on several factors, including: • Your experience working with children and young people. • Previous coaching, mentoring or behaviour management experience. • The complexity of the role and responsibilities required by the school. • Whether the role includes supporting pupils with personal care, medical needs or highly complex behaviours. • Relevant qualifications, training and transferable skills. • The budget allocated by the school for the specific vacancy. Candidates with significant experience supporting children or young people, alongside relevant coaching qualifications and strong behaviour management skills, are more likely to be considered for opportunities towards the higher end of the pay scale. How to Apply If you're a passionate Sports Coach looking to transition into a rewarding career within SEND Education , we'd love to hear from you. Please send your up-to-date CV to

Sports Coach – Sheffield Location: Sheffield Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Available Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Are you an enthusiastic and motivated Sports Coach looking to inspire young people through sport and physical activity? We are seeking a passionate individual to join a welcoming school in Sheffield, supporting pupils both in PE lessons and across the wider school environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in sports coaching, fitnes…

Are you a driven and dependable Sports Coach ready to take on a role where your leadership, discipline, and practical skills make a real difference? Reeson Education are looking for a confident Sports Coach to work in a structured and dynamic school environment in Sheffield (S9) starting from September 2026 . This position of Sports Coach suits someone energetic, organised, and able to work independently while maintaining strong professional standards. About the Sports Coach Role: As a Sports C…

Job Title: Sports Coach Location: Sheffield Pay Rate: £460 - £650 per week (depending on experience) Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-time/ Part-time, Day-to-day/ Long-term Could you use your coaching experience to motivate pupils while supporting learning in the classroom? GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch are looking to appoint Sports Coach for active schools in Sheffield . This is a dual-role position combining Sports Coach and Classroom Support Assistant responsibilities. We are seeking energetic, patient, and proactive individuals who can use their coaching experience to promote positive behaviour, encourage engagement, and support pupils both inside and outside the classroom. The role is designed as a school-based classroom support position rather than a traditional sports coaching role. The Sports Coach / Learning Support role offers the opportunity to work alongside teachers as a Classroom Support Assistant, helping pupils remain engaged with learning while using transferable coaching skills such as communication, resilience, motivation, and behaviour management to create a positive learning environment. Sports Coach Responsibilities: • Support teachers with classroom activities and daily lesson delivery • Provide one-to-one and small-group classroom support where required • Use coaching techniques to encourage positive behaviour and pupil engagement • Assist pupils with SEN or additional learning needs where appropriate • Help supervise lessons and provide classroom cover when required • Promote a safe, inclusive, and well-structured learning environment Sports Coach Requirements: • Previous experience in sports coaching, fitness instruction, youth work, or a similar role • Confidence working with children or young people • Strong behaviour management and communication skills • Patient, adaptable, and enthusiastic approach to supporting pupils • Genuine interest in working as both a Sports Coach and Classroom Support Assistant • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply) To work with GSL Education as a Sports Coach / Learning Support, you should: • Have the right to work in the UK. • Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years. • Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education. 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 throughout the South Yorkshire. 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.