Love Sport? Want to Make a Real Difference Every Day?
Sports Coach – Additional Learning Needs (ALN) Base
Cardiff, CF14 | Start: February 2026
08:15–15:15 | Monday–Friday | Term Time Only
£110 per day | 2-year placement for the right candidate
This is not your average school-based role.
We are looking for an energetic, sporty and compassionate Sports Coach to work in a fantastic specialised ALN base within a highly regarded secondary school in Cardiff. If you’re a personal trainer, sports coach, sporty Teaching Assistant, Cover Supervisor, or aspiring PE teacher, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
Why This Role is Different
* You’ll spend your days being active, not stuck behind a desk
* Work in a beautifully resourced specialist base
* Full access to sports halls, equipment, outdoor facilities and the school fitness suite
* Build meaningful relationships with pupils and genuinely change lives through sport
The Role
You’ll support pupils with moderate to severe learning difficulties, including Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, amongst learning difficulty needs. Your day-to-day will include:
* Coaching and supporting inclusive sports and physical activities
* Helping pupils develop confidence, coordination, teamwork and independence
* Supporting vocational and life-skills learning
* Encouraging participation, motivation and enjoyment through movement and fitness
This is a hands-on, active role where sport is the vehicle for learning, confidence and wellbeing.
Who We’re Looking For
This role would be ideal if you are:
* A Level 3 Personal Trainer (or hold an equivalent qualification allowing work in a fitness suite)
* A sports coach, fitness instructor, or activity leader
* A sporty Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor looking for a more active role
* An aspiring PE teacher seeking invaluable SEN and school-based experience
* A retired PE teacher wanting a rewarding, structured role
Most importantly, you’ll be:
* Positive, patient, and enthusiastic
* Passionate about sport and supporting young people
* Confident adapting activities to suit different abilities
What You’ll Gain
✅ A hugely rewarding role with visible impact
✅ Consistent hours and term-time only work
✅ Outstanding experience for future teaching or SEN careers
✅ Supportive staff team and excellent facilities
If you’re someone who believes sport can change lives, this role will give you the chance to prove it — every single day.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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