Job Description
Start Date: February 2026
Hours: 8:30am – 4:00pm (Term Time Only)
Pay: £88.92 – £95 per day (dependent on level of experience)
New Directions Education is seeking enthusiastic Sports Coaches to work across multiple primary schools in Cheshire East.
This is an exciting opportunity for candidates passionate about sport, physical education, and supporting children’s learning and development. The role includes supporting with PE lessons, supporting extra-curricular sports activities, and providing general classroom support. Candidates can be full-time or part-time but must be able to commit to the set hours of 8:30am – 4:00pm during term time.
Role Responsibilities
1. Deliver engaging learning sessions that encourage participation, skill development, and teamwork.
2. Support pupils in 1:1 or small group activities to develop confidence and physical skills.
3. Assist teachers with general classroom support, including helping with learning activities and resources.
4. Promote positive behaviour and encourage resilience, confidence, and a growth mindset in pupils.
5. Support assessment and tracking of pupil progress in PE and related activities.
6. Collaborate with teachers and staff to ensure inclusive participation and opportunities for all pupils.
7. Be flexible, proactive, and adaptable, supporting both classroom and sports activities across the school day.
What We’re Looking For
8. Experience in coaching, physical education, or sport-related activities (desirable).
9. Ability to engage children and inspire participation in physical activity.
10. Strong teamwork and communication skills.
11. Nurturing, adaptable approach with a focus on pupil progress and wellbeing.
12. Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.
Apply or Find Out More
All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
To apply, click Apply Now and attach your most recent CV highlighting your experience working with children and in sports or PE.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
13. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
14. Regular and varied supply work
15. Competitive rates of pay
16. Potential long-term teaching roles
17. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
18. A network of branches across the UK
19. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
20. Recommend-a-friend scheme
21. Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.
Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Wirral branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.