Sports Coach

Job Title:

Sports Coach

Location:

Groveside School, Reading, RG2 7AY

Hours:

37.5 per week | Monday–Friday Salary:
Up to £27,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)

Contract:

Permanent | Term Time Only Start:
September 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role

Inspire. Motivate. Transform. Are you passionate about using sport to change young lives? Do you thrive in a fun, energetic and purposeful environment? Groveside School is looking for a dynamic Sports Coach who can bring enthusiasm, creativity and compassion to our pupils every single day. At Groveside, we believe physical activity is a powerful tool for building confidence, resilience and wellbeing.

We are looking for someone who shares that belief and is ready to make a real impact.

• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive and safe sports sessions for individuals, small groups and whole classes.
• Support teachers and tutors to ensure all pupils can access physical activity confidently and independently.
• Use sport to build positive, restorative relationships with pupils, including those with autism, SEMH needs and other additional needs.
• Promote teamwork, resilience, communication and self-esteem through structured physical activity.
• Create a safe, stimulating and respectful environment rooted in mutual trust.
• Adapt activities to meet the strengths, needs and interests of all pupils.
• Support school sports events, clubs, competitions and enrichment activities.
• Maintain equipment, resources and activity spaces to a high standard.
• Provide feedback on pupil engagement, behaviour and progress.

• Minimum Level 2 sports coaching or equivalent required
• Thrive in a fun, energetic and sometimes challenging environment.
• Have a passion for building strong, restorative relationships with young people.
• Be resilient, approachable and calm under pressure.
• Be creative and committed to bringing out the best in every pupil.
• Understand the needs of pupils with SEND, autism and SEMH, or be eager to learn.
• Driving licence required

Groveside School is a Special Educational Needs School for pupils aged 7–16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs. Our school opened in September 2024 and will cater for 60 pupils. We offer a passionate, supportive environment with a focus on inclusive education and professional development.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, hundreds of UK and international discounts, cycle-to-work scheme & electric car purchase scheme, critical illness cover, family growth support, enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support