Sports Coach

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Salary: £85 to £95 per day

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Part-Time/Full-Time

GSL Education is looking for a Sports Coach across client schools located in Sheffield. We are searching for one who is self-motivated and enthusiastic, moreover, willing to inspire the future generation of young people.

Job Responsibilities:

Design and implement individualized training plans that cater to the specific needs and goals of each athlete or team.
Adjust training regimens based on performance data, progress, and feedback.
Lead and supervise practice sessions, ensuring that drills, exercises, and techniques are executed correctly and safely.
Identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement, and adjust training accordingly.
Develop game plans and strategies to maximize team performance during competitions.
Implement and enforce safety protocols to prevent injuries and ensure a safe training environment.
Monitor athletes’ physical and mental health, referring them to specialists when necessary.
Continuously update your knowledge of the latest coaching techniques, sports science, and industry trends.

The successful Sports Coach will:

A degree in sports science, physical education, sports management, or a related field is often preferred.
A background as a player in the sport being coached can be highly advantageous, providing firsthand knowledge of the game.
Proven experience coaching athletes or teams, ideally at the level of the position you're applying for (e.g., high school, collegiate, professional).
In-depth understanding of the sport’s rules, techniques, and strategies.
Knowledge of effective training methods, conditioning, and injury prevention.
Have excellent communication and interpersonal 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).

GSL Education is an independent and ethical recruitment provider, supporting schools across South Yorkshire with their recruitment needs.

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 recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the updated service.

For more information or to apply for the position of Sports Coach, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.