Sports Coach (SEMH Support)

Sports Coach (SEMH Support)

Location: Boston, Lincolnshire

Salary: £90 – £110 per day (Depending on experience)

Start Date: Immediate

Job Type: Full-time

Are you passionate about sports and inspiring young people? Do you have the skills to engage and motivate students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Sports Coach to work full-time within an alternative provision based inside a secondary school in Boston, Lincolnshire. In this role, you will work closely with students who display challenging behaviour and require additional support to reach their full potential. Sports coaches are well-suited for this role as they possess the skills to inspire and engage students, foster positive relationships, and establish a supportive and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities of a Sports Coach:

• Supporting students with SEMH needs through tailored activities and interventions.
• Using sports and physical activities as a tool to engage students and promote positive behaviour.
• Building strong relationships with students, acting as a mentor and role model.
• Assisting in classroom and alternative provision settings, working 1:1 or with small groups.
• Helping students develop coping strategies, resilience, and confidence.
• Collaborating with school staff to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Requirements of a Sports Coach:

• Previous experience as a sports coach or working with young people in an educational or SEMH setting.
• A strong understanding of how sports and physical activity can support students' mental health and behaviour.
• Excellent interpersonal and behaviour management skills.
• A proactive, patient, and empathetic approach to working with students.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies (essential).

Why Join GSL Education?

• Work in a collaborative and supportive team that values your contributions.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Gain valuable experience working in different educational settings and with a variety of students.
• Continuous support from a dedicated consultant.
• Make a significant difference in the lives of students, helping them to achieve their educational goals and reach their full potential.

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.   

For more information or to register your interest in the Sports Coach 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.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.