SEMH PE Instructor

PE Instructor - SEMH Alternative Provision - Farnborough

Prospero Teaching is seeking an enthusiastic and resilient PE Instructor to join a specialist Alternative Provision in the Farnborough area. The setting supports young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and provides a structured, nurturing environment designed to help pupils re-engage with learning and develop essential life skills.
The provision is looking for someone who can use sport, physical activity, and positive role-modelling to motivate students, build trust, and promote emotional regulation. This is a temp-to-perm role, with the intention that the successful candidate becomes a permanent member of the team in July, providing stability and consistency for pupils.

The Role:
Lead PE sessions and physical activities tailored to SEMH learners
Promote teamwork, confidence, resilience, and healthy lifestyle habits
Build positive, trusting relationships with students
Use trauma-informed and restorative behaviour strategies
Support learners during PE lessons and across the wider school day
Work closely with pastoral, behaviour, and senior leadership teams
Be a calm, encouraging, and reliable presence for pupils

Ideal Candidate:
Background in sport, coaching, youth work, mentoring, or PE instruction
An ideal role for fitness instructors, sports graduates, and anyone with a passion, interest, or background in sporting environments who wants to make a meaningful impact
Able to inspire and engage pupils through movement and activity
Strong behaviour management and emotional resilience
Calm, patient, and able to build trust with pupils who need consistency
QTS not required - attitude, presence, and commitment are key
Looking for a long-term temp-to-perm role, becoming permanent in July
Contract Details:
Position: PE Instructor / Sports Mentor

Location:

Farnborough

Start Date:

ASAP
Pay: 125- 160 per day
Contract Type:
Full-time, Temp-to-Perm
Permanent Start:
July (subject to performance)
Setting: SEMH Alternative Provision

Experience, Training & Safeguarding:
SEMH, youth work, sports coaching, or alternative provision experience beneficial
Up-to-date safeguarding training (can be provided)
Confident using de-escalation and restorative approaches
Eligibility:
Right to work in the UK
Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Able to provide two references related to work with young people
What Prospero Teaching Offers:
Competitive daily pay
Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding and behaviour support
Ongoing guidance from our specialist Training & Development Team
A rewarding opportunity to change young peoples lives through sport
Clear pathway to permanent employment in July

If you're passionate about sport and want to help young people grow, re-engage, and succeed, wed love to hear from you.
Apply now with your up-to-date CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.