Sports Coach

Smile Education is working in partnership with a forward-thinking Primary academy within a well-established Multi-Academy Trust in the West Midlands. The school places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, inclusion and personal development, with sport and physical activity playing a key role in school life.

We are seeking enthusiastic Sports Coaches to support students through curricular PE, enrichment activities and intervention sessions. This is a flexible role, ideal for those looking to work around other commitments such as university, coaching schedules or other employment.

✨ Experience in a school is not essential — we welcome applicants from a wide range of sporting and people-focused backgrounds.

About the role As a Sports Coach, you may:

Support PE lessons alongside teaching staff
Lead or assist with small-group sports sessions
Deliver enrichment, intervention or extracurricular activities
Promote teamwork, confidence and positive behaviour
Support students’ physical wellbeing and engagement
Work flexibly across different year groupsWhy this is a great opportunity
Flexible working patterns to suit your availability
Ideal for students, graduates, coaches or career changers
Gain valuable experience in an educational setting
Supportive school environment with training provided
Opportunity to make a real difference to young people
Fast-track start availableWho we’re looking for We welcome applicants who:

Have a background or strong interest in sport, fitness or coaching
Are positive, energetic and reliable
Enjoy working with children and young people
Can motivate, encourage and engage students
Are happy to work flexibly and as part of a teamThis role would suit individuals with experience in:

Sports coaching or fitness instruction
Youth work or mentoring
PE or sports science degrees
University students studying sport-related subjects
Teaching assistant, cover or pastoral support rolesRequirements
Enhanced DBS check (can be processed if required)
A positive attitude and willingness to learn
Availability during school hours (flexible days available)Apply today Interviews and trial days are being arranged on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
Please apply online or send your CV to (url removed) or for more information please call: (phone number removed).

Ref: SM1LEL

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications