At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students facing challenges through sports and physical activities.
- Company: Lift New Forest, a friendly school focused on community and student success.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, wellbeing cash plan, pension scheme, and lifestyle perks.
- Other info: Comprehensive training and flexible working opportunities available.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, strong communication skills, and ability to manage challenging behaviour.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Posted on: 25/06/2026 – Application Deadline: 17/07/2026
Salary: NCJ 12 £28,598 - 17 £31,022 + wellbeing cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
School: Lift New Forest, Long Lane, Holbury, Hampshire, SO45 2PA
Hours: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: September 2026
Your new school
Lift New Forest is a successful and friendly school in the Waterside area of Hampshire. Our vision is simple – to provide an excellent education for every child, in every classroom, every day. At Lift New Forest, children belong to a community of students who are proud of their school, and behave very well in and out of lessons. They embody the habits of the New Forest Way: Be Kind, Show Determination, Make Good Choices. As a small school we are fortunate to be able to really get to know each student very well, creating a strong community feel and ensuring young people are safe, happy and successful.
Your new role
The role of the Sports Mentor is to support pupils who are facing difficulties in school because of issues related to social, emotional, personal, behavioural problems or other factors. The Sports Mentor helps these pupils overcome their barriers to learning, fully engage with lessons and improve academic and pastoral progress through the use of sport, physical activity, forest school and in‑class support.
What you’ll need to succeed
- You will have experience of working with children of the relevant age, managing situations relating to challenging behaviour, delivering programmes for pupils with challenging behaviour, and coaching staff on suitable behaviour interventions.
- You should have strong listening skills, proven ability to handle sensitive situations with integrity, and communicate effectively with adults and children through written and verbal means, building good relationships with pupils, staff and parents/carers.
Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 59 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.
We offer you
- Comprehensive training: Access to some of the best developmental training to boost your career.
- Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
- Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and much more.
Contact
If you would like a confidential discussion before applying and/or a tour of the school, please contact Jessica Billows, Recruitment Manager at jbillows@liftschools.org.
Equal Opportunities
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance; this includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Sports Mentor employer: SIR HERBERT LEON ACADEMY
Lift New Forest is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of both its students and staff. With a strong community feel, comprehensive training opportunities, and generous benefits including a pension scheme and lifestyle perks, employees are supported in their professional growth while making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. Join us in fostering a safe and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
