SEMH Sports Coach - Havant
Start Date: ASAP or September 2026
Pay: From £14.25/hr
Contract: Long‑term or Permanent
Prospero's client school is offering a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist SEMH secondary provision supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, many of whom respond positively to structure, movement and trusted relationships.
About the Provision
This specialist SEMH setting supports pupils who benefit from a calm, relational and highly structured environment. Pupils may present with SEMH needs, communication differences, autism and associated behavioural challenges. The provision focuses on personalised development through:
One‑to‑one and small‑group mentoring
Sports‑based engagement and physical activity
Emotional regulation and wellbeing support
Consistent routines and trusted relationships
Your Role
As an SEMH Sports Coach, you will:
Support students with social, emotional and behavioural needs
Deliver and assist with sports, PE and physical activity sessions
Use sport to build confidence, resilience and engagement
Help manage behaviour with empathy, consistency and clear boundaries
Build strong, respectful relationships with pupils and staff
Encourage personal growth, emotional regulation and positive routines
This role suits sports coaches, psychology graduates, PE specialists, youth workers and individuals with lived experience of SEMH.
The Details
Location: Havant
Start Date: ASAP or September 2026
Contract: Long‑term or permanent
Pay: From £14.25/hr
What You'll Need
A caring, patient and adaptable approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Experience with SEMH or SEND is beneficial but not essential
Right to work in the UK
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
References covering the last 24 months
Why Join Prospero Teaching?
Free accredited CPD including safeguarding and behaviour support
Access to our in‑house Training & Development Team
Ongoing support from an experienced local consultant
A meaningful role where you'll make a genuine difference every day
Next Steps
If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered, please send an up‑to‑date copy of your CV.
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted