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We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Sports Mentor to join the team at Lime Hills Academy. This role focuses on supporting students with SEMH needs, using sport and physical activity as a key tool to engage, motivate, and support emotional and behavioural development. You will work closely with students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, both within the academy and through structured sports-based and pastoral interventions. As a Sports Mentor, you will act as a positive and active role model, using sport to help students develop teamwork, resilience, discipline, and confidence. You will play a key role in supporting students who may present with challenging behaviours, using a calm, consistent, and proactive approach.
Job Responsibility
Using sport and physical activity to engage and motivate students
Supporting students with emotional regulation and behaviour management
Delivering 1:1 and small group mentoring sessions
Encouraging teamwork, resilience, and positive social interaction through sport
Supporting students within the classroom and through practical activities
Promoting engagement, attendance, and personal development
Building strong, positive relationships with young people
Working collaboratively with teaching staff and pastoral teams
Requirements
Experience working with young people, ideally within SEMH, alternative provision, or sports/youth work
A passion for sport and its impact on young people’s development
Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
Ability to build rapport with disengaged or vulnerable students
Resilience, patience, and a calm, proactive approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A genuine passion for supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes