A specialist SEN school in Bury is seeking a Sports Coach with a strong sporting background to support pupils within a structured educational setting. This role is particularly well suited to semi‑professional athletes or individuals from competitive sport who are looking to transfer their discipline, leadership and motivational skills into a meaningful, long‑term career working with young people.
Physical activity can be used as a key tool to support pupils with additional needs. Many pupils benefit from clear routines, positive role models and an outlet for energy and emotion. The successful candidate will support pupils throughout the school day, using sport, movement and coaching principles to promote regulation, engagement and positive behaviour.
You will not be expected to deliver PE in the traditional sense. Instead, your sporting experience will be used to encourage resilience, routine, teamwork and self‑control.
Your background in competitive sport brings real value to this setting. Skills such as consistency, emotional control, communication and leadership are essential when supporting pupils who may struggle within mainstream education.
Athletes often excel in SEN schools due to their ability to:
- Set and reinforce clear boundaries
- Model self‑discipline, respect and perseverance
- Stay calm under pressure and adapt quickly
- Build rapport through shared interests and physical activity
Key Responsibilities
- Use sport and physical activity to support behaviour and engagement
- Work with pupils 1:1 or in small groups across the school day
- Support emotional regulation and transition back into learning
- Act as a strong, consistent role model
- Promote teamwork, confidence and positive choices
- Work closely with teaching and pastoral staff
This role is ideal for candidates with backgrounds such as:
- Semi‑professional or competitive sports
- Sports coaching or performance pathways
- Football, rugby, athletics or individual sports
- Community or academy coaching
Experience working with young people is beneficial. Experience within SEN, SEMH or youth work is an advantage, but not essential for the right candidate with the right mindset.
The Ideal Candidate Will Be
- Confident, resilient and self‑motivated
- Professional and consistent in their approach
- Comfortable supporting behavioural needs
- Adaptable within a school environment
- Passionate about making a difference beyond sport
What's on Offer
- A full‑time, term‑time role that fits around training schedules
- Support and guidance within an SEN school setting
- Opportunities to gain experience in education and SEN
- A rewarding role where your impact is seen daily
If you are a semi‑professional athlete or sports professional looking to apply your skills in a purposeful way, this role offers a genuine pathway into education. Apply today and a consultant will contact you to discuss the opportunity.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
Salary description
£465.00 - £600.00 per week