Job description
SPORTS MENTOR / MULTI-SPORTS COACH (ALTERNATIVE PROVISION)
We are recruiting for an energetic and inspiring Sports Mentor to join an alternative education and mentoring provision supporting young people across Southampton, Portsmouth, and Hampshire.
This provision works with students who have become disengaged from mainstream education, using sport, mentorship, and teamwork to help rebuild confidence, self-belief, and a positive relationship with learning. Sport is used as a powerful tool to support personal development, emotional regulation, and resilience.
The setting is values-led, promoting teamwork, respect, enjoyment, discipline, and sportsmanship, both on and off the pitch. Every session is designed to be purposeful, inclusive, and supportive, helping young people feel safe, motivated, and capable of success.
THE ROLE:
This is not a traditional coaching role. As a Sports Mentor, you will use sport to engage, motivate, and mentor young people who need positive role models and structure.
You will be responsible for:
1. Delivering engaging and inclusive multi-sport sessions
2. Mentoring young people to build confidence, self-esteem, and direction
3. Creating a safe, supportive, and structured environment
4. Promoting health, fitness, teamwork, and enjoyment
5. Supporting students to re-engage with education and positive routines
This role is ideal for someone passionate about sport and youth development, who thrives on building relationships and making a tangible difference.
CONTRACT DETAILS:
6. Location: Hampshire (multiple sites)
7. Position: Sports Mentor / Multi-Sports Coach
8. Type of work: Alternative Provision / Mentoring
9. Contract start date: Immediate
10. Duration / Likely Duration: Ongoing
11. Contract type: Long-term
12. Full time/part time: Full-Time (part-time considered)
13. Pay: From per hour
14. Working hours:
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS:
15. Experience working with young people (schools, clubs, or community settings)
16. Minimum of 1 year coaching experience (any sport)
17. Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills
18. Passion for mentoring and supporting vulnerable young people
19. First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain)
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE, YOU MUST:
20. Hold Right to Work in the UK
21. Hold an enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for one
22. Hold a full UK driving licence (or be willing to work towards this)
23. Provide relevant references
OTHER: