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Location: Oxfordshire Salary: £18,000 - £25,500 per annum (FTE) Job Type: Full-time 37.5 hours per week or 3 days per week (22.5 hours) Permanent Start Date - September 2026 (hand over with current member of staff) Join the Elite Team Elite Youth Sports is a leading sports coaching and childcare provider delivering high-quality Physical Education, SEND support and holiday camps across Oxfordshire and Berkshire.
As our company continues to grow, we're looking for an enthusiastic, energetic and dedicated SEN Sports Coach to join our experienced team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusive sport and wants to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people. If you thrive in a varied role, enjoy building relationships and believe every child deserves the opportunity to succeed through physical activity, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role No two days are the same at Elite Youth Sports. During term time, you'll work across a range of mainstream and specialist SEND schools , delivering engaging PE lessons and supporting pupils with additional needs to achieve their full potential. You'll create positive learning environments where every child can participate, develop confidence and enjoy being active. During the school holidays, you'll become part of our award-winning Elite Camps , working as either an SEN Support Coach or Camp Leader to provide fun, safe and inclusive holiday experiences.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your coaching career whilst making a meaningful impact every day. Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality PE lessons to children aged 4-16 in both mainstream and SEND settings. Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons that meet National Curriculum objectives and individual pupil needs. Adapt activities to ensure every child can participate and succeed.
Build strong, professional relationships with schools, staff, parents and pupils. Support children with a wide range of additional needs through individual and group activities. Work as an SEN Support Coach or Camp Leader during school holidays. Assist with holiday camp preparation and operational planning. Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, professionalism and child welfare. Essential Requirements Minimum 1 year's experience working with children with SEND.
Minimum 1 year's experience delivering sports coaching or PE. A minimum Level 2 Sports Coaching qualification (NGB or equivalent) or relevant SEND qualification. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships. Confident managing groups of children with enthusiasm and energy. Passionate about inclusion and helping children achieve their potential. Flexible, proactive and willing to support all areas of the business.
Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Right to work in the UK and currently living within Oxfordshire or Berkshire. Desirable Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one). Current Safeguarding Certificate (training can be provided). Additional SEND qualifications or experience. Why Join Elite Youth Sports? At Elite Youth Sports, our people are what make us Elite.
We invest heavily in our staff because we believe confident, well-supported coaches create outstanding experiences for children. As part of our team you'll receive: Nike staff uniform Competitive salary Ongoing in-house training and professional development Career progression opportunities Friendly and supportive team culture Staff social events Company pension On-site parking Monday-Friday working (no weekends) The opportunity to genuinely make a difference to children's lives every day Ready to Join Us?
If you're passionate about sport, inclusion and inspiring the next generation, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV. Suitable applicants will be invited to an initial screening call, followed by a formal appl