Special Needs Sports Coach - Engage 3 : Job Details

Are you passionate about sport and physical activity? Do you have the energy, empathy, and resilience to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)?

We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic Sports Coach to join our dedicated team at a nurturing and forward-thinking special school. Our pupils range from age 5–19 years, and many have complex needs including autism, ADHD, SEMH, and physical disabilities.

• Plan and deliver a broad range of engaging, accessible, and inclusive PE and sports activities tailored to pupils’ individual abilities.
• Promote the physical, emotional, and social development of students through sport and movement-based learning.
• Work closely with teaching staff, therapists, and support staff to ensure PE is fully integrated into each pupil’s individual learning journey.
• Support students during break and lunchtime activities to encourage physical activity and positive interactions.
• Organise and lead internal sporting events and support attendance at external inclusive competitions and festivals.

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND (in an educational, community, or care setting).
• A relevant coaching qualification (e.g. Level 2 Sports Coaching or equivalent).
• A patient, proactive and nurturing approach to learning and behaviour management.
• Strong teamwork skills and a commitment to promoting inclusion, independence and wellbeing through sport.
• First Aid and/or Team Teach training is desirable but not essential.

• A supportive and collaborative staff team.
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities tailored to working in SEND.
• A creative and inclusive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their potential.
• Opportunities to shape and grow the PE and physical activity offer within the school.