Job Description

Sports Coach - Northampton
Start Date: October 2025 | Full-Time Role

Are you passionate about sport, fitness, and inspiring young people? Do you thrive in energetic environments and want to help students build confidence, stay active, and develop teamwork skills?

Secondary schools across Northampton are looking for Sports Coaches to support their PE departments starting October 2025. Whether you're an experienced coach or a sports graduate eager to step into a school setting, this is a brilliant opportunity to gain hands-on experience in education while making a lasting impact.

These full-time roles are ideal for individuals with a background in coaching, sports development, or physical education who are ready to lead, motivate, and engage students through sport.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Supporting the delivery of PE lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4

  • Leading small group activities and assisting in whole-class sessions

  • Running lunchtime and after-school clubs across a range of sports

  • Encouraging healthy lifestyles and promoting physical wellbeing

  • Assisting with the organisation of sports fixtures, tournaments, and events

  • Helping students build skills in teamwork, resilience, and sportsmanship

What We're Looking For:

  • A background in sport, coaching, or physical education (e.g. Level 2 Coaching Award, Sports Science degree, or similar)

  • Confident, energetic, and enthusiastic about working with young people

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to manage behaviour in a school setting

  • A team player who's organised, proactive, and dependable

  • Previous experience in schools or youth sport settings is an advantage-but not essential, as training is provided

What's on Offer:

  • Competitive weekly pay

  • Free training and professional development through The National College

  • Support and guidance from your own dedicated Tradewind consultant

  • A pathway into a future career in teaching, sport development, or youth work

If you're ready to bring energy, passion, and leadership to schools in Northampton, this is your chance to make a real difference through sport.

Apply today or get in touch with Tradewind Recruitment to find out more about these exciting Sports Coach roles starting October 2025.