4 Sports Coaching jobs in the United Kingdom
Lecturer in Sports Coaching - Higher Education - Leicestershire
Posted 11 days ago
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Loughborough College is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Lecturer in Sports Coaching to join our dynamic and successful Higher Education Sport Team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of future industry professionals at one of the UK’s leading institutions for sport education. Ideally the successful candidate will have a specialism one of the following: Sociology of Sports coaching, Sports Development or Performance Coaching
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality, engaging teaching across a range of undergraduate modules in Sports Coaching.
- Develop and assess student learning through innovative teaching practices and applied learning strategies.
- Provide academic support to students, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Contribute to curriculum development and the continuous improvement of our Sports Coaching programmes.
- Engage with industry partners to enhance the applied learning experience and employability of our students.
Essential Requirements:
- A master's degree (MSc) in Sports Coaching or a closely related discipline.
- Proven applied experience within the sports coaching field (e.g., professional/elite sport, community coaching or sports development).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and motivate students.
- A commitment to continued professional development and a passion for education.
Desirable:
- A teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE or equivalent) or a willingness to work towards one.
- Experience of teaching in higher education and designing/assessing academic content.
- An active interest in research or industry engagement within the field of coaching.
At Loughborough College, we pride ourselves on combining academic excellence with real-world experience. We have a long-standing reputation for excellence in sport and education. Our sports department is nationally recognised for its teaching, facilities, and links to elite sport.
The College is striving to attract, develop and retain the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business.
We are proud to have achieved the Investor in Diversity award. We actively encourage applications who are currently under-represented and where we are using positive action under the Equality Act. We welcome everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.
Alongside our commitment to your professional and personal development, we also offer a generous benefits package including:
- A competitive pension scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- On-site parking
- One campus facility
- Access to healthcare scheme
- Subsided nursery fees
- Up to 44 days annual leave per year
- Additional annual leave available
- Generous Maternity/Paternity pay
- Fantastic CPD and inclusive resources for development
- Well-being hours
- Opportunities of volunteering within local community and charities
We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and agile working where the business allows. We provide staff forums, staff working groups for sustainability, staff steering groups for Investors in Diversity and support services to support with mental health and wellbeing for staff from different backgrounds.
We are and have consistently invested in providing our learners and employees with an outstanding and unrivalled range of modern facilities and resources.
Overseas candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on the Gov website . Please note right to work checks will be completed when the job is offered.
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Sports Administrator Athletic Union and Coach and Volunteer Academy
Posted 12 days ago
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Loughborough Sport
Full time and open ended
Loughborough Sport is looking for a high quality Administrator to support the smooth running of both the Universitys Athletic Union and its 64 sports clubs, as well as the Loughborough Sport Coach and Volunteer Academy.
We are delighted to be able to offer the successful applicant an exciting and unique opportunity to combine working within Loughborough Sports fast paced Athletic Union (four days per week) together with supporting the Loughborough Sport Coach and Volunteer Academy (one day per week). This is a wide ranging role with significant opportunity to shape and develop both areas of work within a supportive and dynamic team.
For more information on the role please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification .
For informal enquiries please contact Ellie Tuke on , 07702 651308
Closing date: 20th August 2025
Interview date: 3rd September 2025
Loughborough University is committed to achieving equity and valuing diversity in all aspects of employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. As one of the country's leading universities we understand the importance of investing in our staff and their professional development. Click here to find out more.
Sports Instructor
Posted 9 days ago
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Location: Towcester, Northamptonshire
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Here at Aspire People, we are exclusively looking for a Sports Instructor to join our wonderful partner school located in Towcester. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Sports Instructor to join a dedicated team from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about physical education and student wellbeing to play a key role in delivering an engaging sports programme that supports the physical and emotional development of young people.
About the School:
This incredible School is a specialist day and residential school located in the heart of Northamptonshire, near Towcester. The school provides a nurturing and supportive environment for students aged 8-18 with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH) and other complex SEN needs. The holistic approach ensures each student receives a bespoke education and pastoral care experience.
The Role:
As a Sports Instructor, you'll be responsible for planning and delivering a broad range of physical activities, both curricular and extracurricular. You'll foster teamwork, build confidence, and help students develop a lifelong appreciation for health and fitness.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver engaging and inclusive PE lessons to students across a range of ages and abilities.
* Support students in developing physical skills, confidence, and a positive attitude toward sport.
* Organise and lead extracurricular sports clubs, competitions, and events.
* Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to contribute to students' personal development and wellbeing.
* Encourage participation, celebrate effort, and build self-esteem through physical achievement.
What We're Looking For:
* A strong background in sports, coaching, or physical education (QTS is not required).
* A confident swimmer who is happy to lead lessons in a pool environment is beneficial but not essential.
* A confident coach in a variety of sports. Dance and Yoga would be beneficial but not essential.
* Experience working with children or young people, ideally in an educational or SEN/SEMH setting.
* A positive, patient, and adaptable approach.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.
Who are Aspire People?
Aspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency and we specialise in providing teaching and support staff to schools across the Midlands and surrounding regions. We focus on delivering high-quality service to all candidates and clients, working closely with primary, secondary, and SEN schools to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, and administrative staff. We are fully commitment to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise, and a people-first approach in the education sector.
Why join Aspire People?
* Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
* Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local settings
* Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term, and day-to-day roles.
* Competitive pay with multiple payment options
* Refer a friend scheme which can earn 100-250 per person
* Access to free CPD and training opportunities
Next Steps
Get in touch with an up to date CV! Simple.
For any questions or queries please contact Alex on
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
Sports Instructor
Posted 12 days ago
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Job Description
Location: Towcester, Northamptonshire
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Here at Aspire People, we are exclusively looking for a Sports Instructor to join our wonderful partner school located in Towcester. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Sports Instructor to join a dedicated team from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about physical education and student wellbeing to play a key role in delivering an engaging sports programme that supports the physical and emotional development of young people.
About the School:
This incredible School is a specialist day and residential school located in the heart of Northamptonshire, near Towcester. The school provides a nurturing and supportive environment for students aged 8-18 with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH) and other complex SEN needs. The holistic approach ensures each student receives a bespoke education and pastoral care experience.
The Role:
As a Sports Instructor, you'll be responsible for planning and delivering a broad range of physical activities, both curricular and extracurricular. You'll foster teamwork, build confidence, and help students develop a lifelong appreciation for health and fitness.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver engaging and inclusive PE lessons to students across a range of ages and abilities.
* Support students in developing physical skills, confidence, and a positive attitude toward sport.
* Organise and lead extracurricular sports clubs, competitions, and events.
* Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to contribute to students' personal development and wellbeing.
* Encourage participation, celebrate effort, and build self-esteem through physical achievement.
What We're Looking For:
* A strong background in sports, coaching, or physical education (QTS is not required).
* A confident swimmer who is happy to lead lessons in a pool environment is beneficial but not essential.
* A confident coach in a variety of sports. Dance and Yoga would be beneficial but not essential.
* Experience working with children or young people, ideally in an educational or SEN/SEMH setting.
* A positive, patient, and adaptable approach.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.
Who are Aspire People?
Aspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency and we specialise in providing teaching and support staff to schools across the Midlands and surrounding regions. We focus on delivering high-quality service to all candidates and clients, working closely with primary, secondary, and SEN schools to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, and administrative staff. We are fully commitment to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise, and a people-first approach in the education sector.
Why join Aspire People?
* Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
* Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local settings
* Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term, and day-to-day roles.
* Competitive pay with multiple payment options
* Refer a friend scheme which can earn 100-250 per person
* Access to free CPD and training opportunities
Next Steps
Get in touch with an up to date CV! Simple.
For any questions or queries please contact Alex on
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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