Sports Coach LSA

Job Title: Sports Coach LSA

Location: Southampton

Start Date: September Start

Salary: £90 - £110 per day

How do you adapt your coaching and support strategies to meet the individual needs of children with different abilities and learning styles?

Can you describe a time when you took initiative to support a child during a sports activity or lesson?

What experience do you have supporting children with Autism or behavioural challenges, and how have you helped them engage positively in physical activities?

Teacher Active are looking for passionate and experienced Sports Coaches to support children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across Southampton and the surrounding areas. This role involves delivering engaging physical activities while providing tailored support for students with a range of needs, including Autism/ASD, SEMH, SLD, PMLD, EBD, and ADHD. Whether you’ve worked in schools, youth services, or community sports settings, your experience as a Sports Coach can make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are energetic, proactive, and committed to inclusion through sport. You’ll be working closely with SEND provisions and alternative education settings that value the role of physical activity in supporting both emotional and behavioural development. Ongoing support, flexible working opportunities, and the chance to be part of a growing, values-led team are all part of what makes this role rewarding.

The successful Sports Coach LSA will have:

• Experience delivering sports or physical activity sessions within SEND or alternative education environments
• Confidence supporting children on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, adapting activities to meet individual needs
• Ability to manage group dynamics and maintain a positive, structured environment during sports sessions
• A patient, caring, and encouraging approach to working with children who may face additional challenges

In return, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with onboarding and ongoing support
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)
• CPD courses and certificates via our My-Progression platform
• Market-leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Earn up to £100 when you refer a friend (T&Cs apply)

All our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured you’re taxed correctly with no hidden admin fees or deductions from your pay.

If you are interested in this position, Click ‘APPLY NOW’ and one of our friendly team members will be in touch.

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 02380 00 24 00

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



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