Are you passionate about sport? Do you love helping young people grow in confidence, develop new skills and enjoy physical activity? Teaching Personnel is working with a group of welcoming primary schools across Birkenhead and Bebington, and we’re looking for dynamic, energetic Sports Coaches to deliver high‑quality PE lessons and active sessions throughout the school week.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast‑paced environments, enjoys variety, and wants a rewarding opportunity that makes a real difference to children’s wellbeing and development.
About the Schools
You will be working across several supportive, community-focused primary schools in the Wirral known for:
- Excellent behaviour and positive attitudes – children who are eager, respectful and engaged
- Strong pastoral care, ensuring all pupils feel included and motivated
- A commitment to high-quality physical education, valuing sport as part of whole‑child development
- Supportive senior leaders who value specialist PE staff and create a welcoming environment
- Well‑organised systems, making your timetable clear and structured each week
These are schools where sports staff are genuinely appreciated and fully included in school life.
Your Role – What You’ll Do
Deliver High‑Energy PE Lessons
Lead engaging PE sessions across KS1 and KS2, helping pupils develop key physical skills, teamwork and confidence.
Work Across Different Schools
Enjoy variety by teaching in multiple settings across Birkenhead and Bebington, with a consistent weekly schedule.
Inspire Healthy, Active Lifestyles
Be a positive role model, encouraging pupils to enjoy movement, celebrate effort and achieve personal goals.
Support Pupil Progress
Adapt sessions for mixed abilities, support SEND pupils and help every child feel successful.
Be Part of the School Community
Work alongside teachers, PE leads and support staff to deliver high‑quality physical education.
✔️ What We’re Looking For
- Experience delivering sport or physical activity to children (schools, coaching clubs, holiday camps, youth groups etc.)
- A relevant qualification (Level 2/3 Coaching, Sports Science degree, PE specialism – desirable but not essential)
- Confidence managing groups of children in active settings
- A positive, energetic and professional attitude
- Strong communication and behaviour management skills
- A passion for helping children lead healthy, active lives
- Knowledge of safeguarding and a commitment to pupil welfare
Why Choose Teaching Personnel?
We go above and beyond what typical agencies offer, and sports coaches feel the difference.
Consistent, Reliable Weekly Work
Across multiple schools, with a timetable planned around your availability.
Exclusive CPD Pathways
Training you can’t get through other agencies, including:
- PE curriculum delivery
- Sports leadership
- Behaviour management in active settings
- SEND & inclusive PE
- Thrive Approach
- Safeguarding Level 2 & 3
These all boost your employability and help you progress.
1:1 Support From Your Own Consultant
No call centres. No automated messages. Just personalised support whenever you need it.
Competitive, Weekly Pay
Transparent rates, paid every week, with opportunities to increase earnings as you develop.
Amazing Schools That Value Specialists
We only place you in schools where sports coaches are respected, supported and welcomed.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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