Job Description
SEMH Sports Coach - Christchurch (Ages 11-16)
Start: September 2026 | Pay: From £14.25/hr | Long-term or Permanent
A specialist SEMH school in Christchurch is seeking a resilient and engaging Sports Coach to support pupils aged 11-16 who have an EHCP with a primary need of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH). The school also supports learners with co-occurring needs including ADHD, PDA, ODD and some with ASC where it is an additional need.
Pupils respond well to structure, movement and trusted relationships, making sport a key tool for engagement and emotional regulation.
About the School
This specialist SEMH provision offers a calm, relational and highly structured environment. Pupils benefit from:
* One-to-one and small-group mentoring
* Sports-based engagement and physical activity
* Emotional regulation and wellbeing support
* Consistent routines and strong relational practice
Learners may present with communication differences, behavioural challenges and a range of neurodiverse needs.
Your Role
As an SEMH Sports Coach, you will:
* Support SEMH learners with social, emotional and behavioural needs
* Deliver and assist with PE, sports and movement-based sessions
* Use physical activity to build confidence, resilience and engagement
* Manage behaviour with empathy, consistency and clear boundaries
* Build strong, respectful relationships with pupils and staff
* Encourage emotional regulation, positive routines and personal growth
This role suits sports coaches, youth workers, psychology graduates, PE specialists and individuals with lived experience of SEMH.
The Details
* Location: Christchurch
* 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 an in-house Training & Development Team
* Ongoing support from an experienced local consultant
* A meaningful role where you'll make a genuine difference every day
If this is a role of interest, please reach out today with an up to date copy of your CV for consideration.
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.