Full job descriptionSchool Sports Coach
Location: Secondary School, Caerphilly
Hours: 08:30 – 15:10 (Term Time Only)
Pay: £120 per day via PAYEE weekly pay
Contract: Flexible (Part-Time / Placement-Friendly)
Start: 7th of September 2026
Kickstart Your Career in Sport & Education – Get Paid While You Gain Experience!
Are you a sports student or recent graduate looking to complete placement hours or gain hands-on school experience?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a welcoming secondary school in Caerphilly as a Sports Coach & Support Assistant, where you’ll combine coaching, classroom support, and extracurricular leadership — all while earning competitive daily pay.
Perfect for aspiring PE teachers, sports coaches, or youth development professionals, this flexible role fits around university schedules and provides invaluable real-world experience.
Your Role
As a Sports Coach & Support Assistant, you will:
*Support and co-deliver engaging PE lessons
*Lead and assist with training sessions, practices, and after-school clubs
*Help develop game strategies and performance improvement plans
*Provide individual and group coaching feedback
*Promote teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship
*Support classroom learning across general subjects when required
*Ensure student safety and proper use of equipment
*Assist with school competitions and sporting events
This is more than just coaching — it’s a pathway into education.
What You’ll Gain
Real classroom & school-based experience
Hands-on coaching and sports leadership development
Experience in inclusive coaching and behaviour management
Flexible work to suit your university timetable
In-house training provided
FREE Level 2 Safeguarding qualification
Fully Enhanced DBS covered (yours to keep for future roles!)
Competitive daily pay (£110–£120)
We’re Looking For
*Students or graduates in a sports-related degree (or currently studying)
*Passion for working with young people of all abilities
*Energetic, positive, and reliable individuals
*Strong communication and teamwork skills
*Coaching, playing, or leadership experience (desirable but not essential)
*First Aid/CPR (preferred but not required)
Ideal For
*PE students needing placement hours
*Sports graduates exploring careers in teaching, coaching, or education
*Aspiring PE teachers building school experience
*University students seeking term-time flexible work
*Future youth workers or community sports leaders
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a supportive school environment that values sport as a tool for confidence, discipline, and personal growth. This role gives you the experience schools look for when applying for PGCEs, teaching roles, or professional coaching positions.
Apply Today
Ready to build your career in sport and education?
Submit your CV today!
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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