Female Sports Coach

Female Sports Coach - Secondary Schools

Location: Dudley and surrounding areas

Contract: Flexible - Short-Term and Long-Term Placements

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Love Sport? Inspire the Next Generation!

Are you passionate about sport, fitness or dance and looking for a rewarding opportunity in education?

Smile Education is looking for enthusiastic and energetic Sports Coaches to support secondary schools across Dudley and the surrounding areas, with both short-term and long-term placements available.

We're particularly keen to hear from women with backgrounds in sports coaching, dance, gymnastics, fitness, athletics or other physical activities who would love to share their passion with young people.

Whether you're an experienced coach, a dance or gymnastics instructor, a sports graduate or someone looking to take your first steps into education, this could be the perfect opportunity to turn your passion into a rewarding career!

What Will You Be Doing?

• Delivering engaging and enjoyable PE sessions to secondary school students.
• Supporting PE teachers with practical lessons across a range of sporting activities.
• Encouraging participation, teamwork and positive attitudes towards physical activity.
• Helping students develop their sporting skills, coordination, fitness and confidence.
• Supporting students of different abilities to access and enjoy PE.
• Promoting positive behaviour, inclusion and respect during lessons.
• Helping maintain a safe and supportive environment for all students.
• Bringing your own sporting expertise and enthusiasm to the school environment.

Who Are We Looking For?

We're interested in hearing from candidates from a variety of sporting and physical activity backgrounds, including:

• Sports Coaches: Football, netball, basketball, athletics and other team or individual sports.
• Dance Instructors: Contemporary, street dance, ballet, cheerleading or other dance disciplines.
• Gymnastics Coaches: Artistic gymnastics, tumbling, acrobatics or related activities.
• Fitness Professionals: Personal trainers, fitness instructors and group exercise leaders.
• Sports Graduates: Individuals looking to gain valuable school-based experience.
• Aspiring Teachers: Candidates considering a future career in PE or education.

you'll ideally have experience working with young people or leading groups, alongside strong communication skills and the confidence to motivate and engage secondary-aged students.

Previous secondary school experience is beneficial but isn't essential for every placement. Most importantly, you'll be enthusiastic, reliable and passionate about helping young people develop through sport.

Why Work with Smile Education?

• Flexible opportunities: Choose from short-term cover and longer-term placements.
• Variety: Gain experience across different secondary school environments.
• Transferable skills: Put your existing coaching, dance, gymnastics or fitness experience to use.
• Career development: Build valuable experience if you're considering a future career in teaching.
• Rewarding work: Make a genuine difference to students' confidence, wellbeing and enjoyment of physical activity.
• Dedicated support: Work with a friendly Smile Education team who will support you throughout your placement.

Where?

We have opportunities across Dudley and the surrounding areas, making this an excellent option for local coaches looking for flexible work in education.

Ready to Get Involved?

If you're passionate about sport, dance, gymnastics or fitness and would love to inspire young people, we'd love to hear from you! Whether you're looking for a few days of cover or a longer-term placement.

Bring your energy, share your skills and help students discover a love of sport!

Safeguarding:

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment checks.

SM1LEL

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.