Sports Coach

Sports Coach – Alternative Provision (Secondary)
Location: Burnley
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
Pay: £13.75 – £14.50 per hour

Are you passionate about using sport to engage and inspire young people? We are looking for a dedicated Sports Coach to join a Secondary Alternative Provision in Burnley. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a non-mainstream setting and wants to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people.

About the Provision:

Alternative Provisions support students who are unable to attend mainstream education. This may be due to social, emotional or behavioural needs. These settings provide a tailored and supportive learning environment with smaller class sizes and a focus on building trust, consistency, and positive relationships.

About the Role:

• Deliver and support sports and physical education sessions

• Build strong relationships with students, often with complex needs

• Support behaviour management and personal development

• Work closely with teaching staff and support teams to engage pupils in learning

The Right Candidate:

This role will suit someone who is:

• Confident, resilient and calm under pressure

• Able to build rapport with young people quickly and positively

• Passionate about sport and physical activity as a tool for engagement

• Experienced in youth work, coaching, mentoring or education (desirable)

• Committed to inclusion, understanding, and making a difference

This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a team that truly changes lives through patience, consistency and a different approach to education.

Interested?
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact, click Apply Now to be considered.

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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.
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