Sports Coach Needed for a SEN School!

Position: Sports Coach
Location: Bournemouth
Salary: £12.82 - £14.72 Per Hour
Contract Type: Part/Full-time
Start Date: January

Are you passionate about using sports to inspire and develop young people? GSL Education are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students with Special Educational Needs in local schools based in Bournemouth.

As a Sports Coach, you will play a vital role in fostering a love for physical activity while working closely with teachers and support staff to deliver a tailored PE curriculum. You will support the delivery of sport and PE, using sport to encourage confidence, enjoyment, and social skills as part of the students' development.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in planning and delivering engaging, adapted sports sessions that cater to the diverse abilities of students.
Foster a positive and inclusive environment where all students feel motivated, supported, and valued.
Collaborate with teachers and staff to help develop students' physical, social, and emotional skills through sports activities.
Encourage teamwork, discipline, and perseverance among students during structured physical activities.
Support the monitoring of students' progress and assist in adapting activities to ensure each student is included and appropriately challenged.
Maintain a safe and supportive environment during all sports sessions.
Build positive relationships with students, parents, and staff to support the overall development of students.
Key Skills and Experience:

Experience in a physical education or sports coaching role, particularly in an educational setting, is preferred.
Understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN) and the ability to adapt activities for a wide range of abilities.
Passion for working with children and promoting physical activity and health.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and engage students.
Ability to inspire students, build self-confidence, and promote teamwork through sport.
Relevant qualifications in PE and sports, such as a Level 2 or 3 Coaching Certification, are desirable.
First aid certification is desirable.
Benefits:

Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and dedicated team.
Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
A warm, friendly, and dynamic school environment.
Competitive salary and benefits.
If you are a passionate and committed sports coach looking for an exciting opportunity to work in a rewarding and inclusive SEN school setting in Bournemouth, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV now to be considered!

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.
At GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service, and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or looking for a more manageable work-life balance, we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of candidates gain relevant experience and training to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists, and more.

Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information, please contact Elliott Dawson at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online

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