Sports Coach

Smile Education is working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school in Birmingham to recruit a confident and motivated Sports Coach / Cover Supervisor. This exciting opportunity is ideal for individuals with a background in sports coaching, physical education, or youth work who are passionate about supporting young people in a secondary school setting.
In this varied and rewarding role, you will work across the school day supervising lessons, supporting PE activities, and promoting positive behaviour and engagement. This position is perfect for aspiring teachers, coaches, or graduates seeking valuable classroom-based experience.

Role Responsibilities

Supervise classes during teacher absence using pre-planned lesson materials
Deliver cover work across a range of subjects
Support PE lessons, sports activities, and enrichment sessions where required
Promote positive behaviour in line with school policies
Build strong, professional relationships with students and staff
Maintain a calm, confident, and professional presence throughout the school day
Support the wider school team as required

You’ll Need Experience in

sports coaching, PE, education, or youth work
Confidence working with secondary-aged students (11–16)
Strong communication and behaviour management skills
A reliable, adaptable, and professional attitude
A genuine interest in supporting young people’s wellbeing and development
An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor or within a school setting is desirable but not essential, as training and support will be provided.
We Offer

Competitive daily rates of pay
Full-time and part-time opportunities
Weekly pay every Friday
Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
Access to CPD, safeguarding, and behaviour management training
Valuable school-based experience for aspiring teachers and coaches
Click ‘Apply Now’ or email Sam at Sam@(url removed)
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Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks including an enhanced DBS, barred list check, prohibited list check, and qualification verification.

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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications