At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging sports coaching and supervise classes in secondary schools.
- Company: Equal Education Partners, dedicated to supporting young people through sport.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, free training, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and make a real difference in students' lives.
- Why this job: Inspire young people through sport while gaining valuable experience in education.
- Qualifications: Fluent Welsh speaker with experience working with children and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30600 - 37400 £ per year.
Location: Llanelli & Carmarthenshire Area
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Freelance, Temporary Supply
Salary: £120 Per Day, Weekly Pay
About the Role
Equal Education Partners are seeking enthusiastic and reliable Welsh Speaking Sports Coaches to work across secondary schools throughout Carmarthenshire. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with a passion for sport, physical education, and working with young people. The role combines sports coaching with classroom supervision responsibilities, making it ideal for coaches, sports graduates, aspiring PE teachers, or individuals with experience working with secondary-aged pupils.
You will be responsible for delivering engaging sports sessions, supporting PE departments, leading extracurricular activities where required, and supervising classes in the absence of teaching staff while ensuring students remain focused, engaged, and on task.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality sports coaching sessions to secondary school pupils.
- Support Physical Education departments during lessons and sporting activities.
- Supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring a positive and productive learning environment.
- Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
- Encourage pupil participation, confidence, wellbeing, and healthy lifestyles through sport and physical activity.
- Support schools with extracurricular sports clubs, fixtures, and events where required.
- Build positive relationships with students, teachers, and school staff.
- Adapt to different school environments, subjects, and year groups.
- Promote a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment at all times.
Essential
- Fluent Welsh speaker.
- Experience working with children or young people.
- Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
- Confident working with secondary school-aged pupils (11–16 years).
- Flexible, professional, and reliable approach to work.
- Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
Why Work with Equal Education Partners?
- Competitive daily pay rates – get paid fairly for your valuable work
- Flexible work options – choose how much and when you want to work
- Ongoing support – our dedicated education team is here for you every step of the way
- Free CPD & career development – including fully funded Safeguarding training and additional professional development opportunities
- Opportunities to grow – gain valuable school-based experience and enhance your career in education, coaching, or teaching
What We're Looking For
We're seeking a passionate, energetic, and proactive individual who can inspire young people through sport while confidently supporting secondary schools across Carmarthenshire. The successful candidate will be:
- Fluent in Welsh.
- Passionate about sport, physical activity, and education.
- Confident leading groups of young people.
- Adaptable and comfortable working in different secondary school settings.
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- A positive role model with excellent interpersonal skills.
Ready to Get Started?
If you're passionate about sport, education, and supporting young people to succeed, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch with Elisa Jones at elisa.jones@equaleducationpartners.com for more information.
Benefits
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Application Questions
- Do you have a Child Workforce DBS registered on the Update Service?
- Do you speak Welsh fluently?
- How many years of experience do you have working with children or young people?
- Do you hold any sports coaching qualifications? (Preferred)
Work Location
In person – Secondary Schools across Llanelli and the wider Carmarthenshire and Swansea area.
Equal Education Partners is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.
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