SEMH SPORTS COACH

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:

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• One-to-one and small-group mentoring
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• Sports-based engagement and physical activity
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• Emotional regulation and wellbeing support
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• Consistent routines and strong relational practice
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Learners may present with communication differences, behavioural challenges and a range of neurodiverse needs.

Your Role

As an SEMH Sports Coach, you will:

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• Support SEMH learners with social, emotional and behavioural needs
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• Deliver and assist with PE, sports and movement-based sessions
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• Use physical activity to build confidence, resilience and engagement
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• Manage behaviour with empathy, consistency and clear boundaries
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• Build strong, respectful relationships with pupils and staff
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• Encourage emotional regulation, positive routines and personal growth
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This role suits sports coaches, youth workers, psychology graduates, PE specialists and individuals with lived experience of SEMH.

The Details

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• Location: Christchurch
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• Start Date: ASAP or September 2026
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• Contract: Long-term or permanent
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• Pay: From £14.25/hr
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What You'll Need

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• A caring, patient and adaptable approach
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• Strong communication and teamwork skills
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• Experience with SEMH or SEND is beneficial but not essential
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• Right to work in the UK
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• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
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• References covering the last 24 months
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Why Join Prospero Teaching?

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• Free accredited CPD including safeguarding and behaviour support
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• Access to an in-house Training & Development Team
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• Ongoing support from an experienced local consultant
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• A meaningful role where you'll make a genuine difference every day
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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.