Location: Southampton
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time | School-Based
Hours: 30 hours per week
Salary: £22,396 - £26,138 per annum
Do you have a passion for sport and a talent for inspiring young people?
Supply Desk is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Sports Coach to join a school in the Southampton area.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who can use sport and physical activity to engage pupils, develop teamwork and confidence, and promote positive attitudes towards health and wellbeing.
You don't just need to be a coach, you'll be an important role model for pupils and an active member of the wider school community.
- Deliver engaging sports and physical activity sessions.
- Encourage participation and teamwork.
- Support pupils of varying abilities and confidence levels.
- Promote healthy lifestyles and positive wellbeing.
- Assist with extracurricular clubs and sporting activities.
- Support pupils' social and emotional development through sport.
- Maintain a safe and inclusive environment.
- Work alongside teaching staff to support pupil engagement.
- Relevant sports coaching qualification or experience.
- Experience working with children or young people.
- Strong knowledge of sports and physical activity.
- Energetic, positive and enthusiastic personality.
- Ability to motivate pupils of different abilities.
- Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
- DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
- Full-time school-based position.
- 30 hours per week.
- Salary of £22,396 - £26,138 per annum.
- Opportunity to make a positive impact through sport.
- Supportive school environment.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Potential for longer-term progression.
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Sports Coach for Children in Southampton employer: Supply Desk
At Supply Desk, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values inclusivity and professional growth. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, providing ample opportunities for career advancement while making a meaningful impact in the lives of students with special educational needs. Located in a vibrant community, we offer competitive pay rates and a comprehensive SEN allowance, ensuring our staff feel valued and motivated in their roles.
