Job Description:

Sports Coach - Secondary School

Location: Hackney, East London
Pay: £108.68 - £115 per day
Contract Type: Full-time | Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Commutable from: Islington, Tower Hamlets, Newham, Haringey, Waltham Forest, Camden, and Central London.

Long Term Futures is recruiting an enthusiastic and energetic Sports Coach to join a welcoming secondary school in Hackney. This full-time role is ideal for someone with a background in coaching, mentoring, or youth work who is passionate about using sport to inspire, motivate, and positively influence young people.

Working closely with the PE department and pastoral team, you will support students both inside and outside the classroom, promoting positive behaviour, engagement, teamwork, and resilience. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers, graduates, or experienced sports coaches looking to build a career within education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging sports and physical activity sessions that promote participation and confidence.
• Support students during PE lessons, extracurricular clubs, and school sporting events.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and personal development.
• Provide 1:1 and small group mentoring for students who require additional support.
• Promote positive behaviour and model high expectations across the school.
• Encourage teamwork, resilience, respect, and healthy lifestyles.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and pastoral teams to support student progress.
• Assist with behaviour management and help maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students with varying learning and behavioural needs throughout the school day.
• Contribute positively to the wider school community.

Essential Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience as a Sports Coach, PE Coach, Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker, or similar role.
• A passion for working with young people and supporting their development.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confident managing behaviour in a calm and positive manner.
• Energetic, reliable, and enthusiastic with a proactive approach.
• Experience working with secondary-aged students is desirable.
• Must hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

What Long Term Futures Offers

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
• Access to CPD and safeguarding training opportunities.
• A quick and straightforward registration process.
• A wide range of opportunities across London schools.

Ready to Apply? Our Simple Process

If you are interested in this Sports Coach role, please submit your CV by clicking Apply Now. Suitable candidates will be contacted for an initial screening before completing compliance and safeguarding checks and attending a trial day or interview.

By applying for this role, you consent to Long Term Futures storing your personal data and CV for recruitment purposes. Your information will not be shared with third parties without your explicit consent, except where necessary to secure employment.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.