Sports Coaches - Get into Education!

Have you worked in sports coaching, mentoring, youth work or another role where you've supported and motivated young people?Protocol Education is working closely with welcoming primary schools across South Bristol who are looking for confident, energetic and positive individuals to bring their transferable skills into the classroom.This isn't a coaching role. Instead, it's an opportunity to use the skills you've developed through working with children and young people, such as communication, relationship building, behaviour management, resilience and motivation, to support pupils in their education.Schools highly value people who can build trust quickly, encourage confidence, promote teamwork and help children stay engaged. If you've helped young people overcome challenges, develop new skills or achieve personal goals, you could have exactly the qualities schools are looking for.You'll work alongside teachers and support staff, helping pupils to stay focused, participate in learning and build the confidence they need to succeed both academically and socially.Why Your Experience MattersThrough coaching, mentoring or working with young people, you've likely developed skills including:Building positive relationships and trustEncouraging confidence and resilienceManaging behaviour positively and consistentlyAdapting your approach for different personalities and abilitiesMotivating individuals and groupsCommunicating clearly and effectivelySupporting emotional wellbeing and personal developmentThese are all highly sought-after skills within schools.What You'll Be DoingSupporting pupils within KS2 classroomsWorking with small groups and individual childrenEncouraging engagement, participation and positive behaviourHelping children develop confidence and independenceSupporting learning alongside the class teacherActing as a positive role model throughout the school dayAssisting children who may benefit from additional encouragement or supportPay & Benefits92-94 per day, paid weekly via PAYEFlexible work opportunitiesValuable experience within primary educationOpportunities for long-term and permanent positionsThe chance to make a meaningful difference in children's livesPotential opportunities to support extracurricular activities and school clubsWhat You Can ExpectFriendly and supportive primary schools across South BristolFlexible placements to suit your availabilityClear expectations and ongoing supportA welcoming environment where support staff are valued members of the teamOpportunities to develop new skills and gain education experienceThis Role Could Be Perfect If YouHave experience working with children or young people in any capacityCome from a coaching, mentoring, youth work, childcare or similar backgroundEnjoy building relationships and helping others succeedAre confident, approachable and enthusiasticCan remain calm, patient and positive when faced with challengesWant to use your existing skills in a rewarding new environmentWhy Work with Protocol Education?Competitive daily pay, paid weekly via PAYEFree access to our CPD Academy, including Thrive wellbeing trainingA dedicated local Bristol consultant who knows their schoolsRegular work and long-term opportunities availableOngoing support throughout your placement250 Refer-a-Friend BonusWhat We Need to Clear YouPassport or proof of right to work in the UKTwo proofs of address (e.g. driving licence, utility bill, council tax statement)CV covering the last 10 years of work and/or education, with any gaps explainedReferences covering the last 2 years (including childcare references where applicable)Overseas police check if you have lived abroad for 3 months or more within the last 5 yearsIf you're looking to take the people skills you've developed through coaching, mentoring or supporting young people and apply them in a meaningful new setting, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for September opportunities across South Bristol primary schools.All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.