Job Description

Sports Coach (Secondary Schools)

Location: Durham, County Durham
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Flexible
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
Salary: £100-£140 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

About the Role

At Tradewind Recruitment, we are currently recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Sports Coaches to support secondary schools across Durham. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a market-leading education recruitment agency, offering consistent opportunities and ongoing support.

This role is ideal for individuals with a passion for sport and physical education who are looking to gain experience working with young people at Key Stages 3 and 4, or to further develop their coaching career within an educational setting.

As a Sports Coach, you will deliver engaging PE sessions, support lessons, and lead extracurricular activities, helping to promote participation, fitness, and teamwork among students.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

  • A leading education recruitment agency with a strong reputation across the UK
  • Access to a wide network of secondary schools across Durham and the North East
  • Competitive daily pay rates, paid weekly
  • Flexible work to suit your schedule
  • Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
  • A dedicated consultant to support you every step of the way
  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality sports and physical education sessions
  • Support PE lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
  • Lead extracurricular clubs and activities
  • Engage and motivate students of varying abilities
  • Manage behaviour in line with school policies
  • Promote teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship
  • Assist with general school duties where required

Person Specification

  • Experience coaching sports or working with secondary-aged students
  • Relevant coaching qualifications (desirable but not essential)
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Confidence working with Key Stages 3 and 4
  • A proactive, flexible, and reliable approach
  • A genuine passion for sport and education

If you're passionate about sport and want to make a positive impact in secondary schools across Durham, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information, please contact James Pullar on 0191 916 8853.