About the Role
The Westminster School (SIPS) is looking for a Sports Coach to join our Special School. The role will deliver high‑quality physical education and promote healthy, active lifestyles. The coach will work with teachers and staff to support the PE curriculum and deliver lunchtime activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead PE lessons to support teachers’ PPA time
- Work alongside staff to model effective PE practice
- Organise and lead lunchtime activities
- Support the delivery of the PE curriculum
- Assist with inter‑school competitions and events
- Maintain and prepare sports equipment
- Assess pupils’ progress and contribute to reporting
- Support planning and monitoring of the Sports Premium
What We’re Looking For
- Experience working in a school setting
- Level 3 coaching qualification (or equivalent)
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Knowledge of school sport environments
- Understanding of Primary PE and Sports Premium
- Positive role model with enthusiasm for sport
Benefits
- A contributory pension scheme
- A comprehensive CPD package aligned to individual professional needs and strategic development priorities
- First‑class employee assistance programme with free, confidential access to a GP 24/7, counselling, personal financial, debt and legal advice
- Free occupational health services
- Family‑friendly policies
- Staff voice committee
- Free parking on site
- Lifestyle benefits and discounts through several schemes
The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, a Children’s Barring List check and all relevant safeguarding checks. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Employment Details
- Hours: 37 hours per week – Term Time Only + 5 INSET days
- Grade: D, SCP 9-17 – (£27 254 – £31 022)p.a. Actual Salary £24 319 – £28 321 p.a. + SEN allowance
- Location: The Westminster School, Hawes Lane, Rowley Regis, West Midlands, B65 9AL
- Closing Date: 18 September 2026 at 9am
- Interviews: TBC
We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We are a Disability Confident Employer and guarantee an interview for applicants who disclose the desire to be considered under this scheme and meet the essential criteria. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please include them in your application.
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