Sports Coach & Inclusion Assistant

Sports Coach & Inclusion Assistant

Salary (actual): £25,346 - £29,855

Grade: 5

Hours: 35 hours per week

Work Pattern: term time + INSET days = 39 weeks per annum

Contract: Permanent

Pension: 21.6% employer’s contribution

A unique opportunity to make a difference

At Western House Academy, we believe that every opportunity shapes a life. We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring and motivated individual to join our team as a Learning Mentor and Sports Coach. This exciting dual role combines classroom support, pastoral intervention and sports coaching. The successful candidate will work closely with vulnerable pupils, supporting their academic, social and emotional development whilst also leading high-quality sports provision across the school.

Part of the week will be spent supporting pupils in classrooms, delivering targeted interventions and mentoring children who require additional support. The remainder of the role will involve delivering sports coaching, supporting physical development, leading extra-curricular opportunities and providing cover for the PE Lead when required.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for supporting children to succeed.
• Builds positive relationships with pupils and families.
• Understands the barriers some children face in education.
• Has experience of coaching sports and promoting healthy lifestyles.
• Can inspire confidence, resilience and teamwork.
• Shares our commitment to inclusion and high expectations for all.

For the right candidate, we will offer:

• A welcoming and supportive team.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to children's lives.
• A school community where wellbeing and personal development are highly valued.

an ambitious and dynamic Senior leadership Team;

a dedicated Governing Body;

supportive parents and children who are keen to learn;

an employee assistance programme (EAP).

If you are passionate about helping children thrive both in and beyond the classroom, we would love to hear from you.

We warmly welcome candidates coming to visit the school prior to application; please contact the school to arrange. Please complete an application form for this vacancy. We do not accept CV’s.

Closing date: As and when we receive successful applications.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Check with a check of the DBS Barred List.