Sports Coach ​/ Cover Supervisor - Kick-Start Your Career In Education

Sports Coach / Cover Supervisor - Kick-start Your Career in Education!

Are you a passionate Sports Coach looking to take your next step into education?

Do you have experience working with young people through sports, coaching, or physical education? Are you considering a career in teaching or looking to gain valuable classroom experience? This could be the perfect opportunity for you!

We're looking for enthusiastic and confident Sports Coaches / Cover Supervisors to support secondary schools across Leeds
. This is a fantastic opportunity for sports graduates, qualified coaches, PE professionals, or anyone with a strong passion for working with young people.

• Supervise whole classes in the absence of the teacher, ensuring lessons run smoothly

• Deliver pre-prepared work and keep pupils focused and engaged

• Use your coaching and leadership skills to build positive relationships with students

• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies

• Provide support and guidance where needed, helping pupils stay on track

• Support students during PE lessons and practical activities where required

• Encourage students to participate in physical activity and develop healthy lifestyles

• Be a positive role model, creating a calm, confident, and productive learning environment

• Work alongside teachers and school staff to support students' wider development

• Every day brings something different - no two lessons or schools are the same

• Gain valuable classroom experience - ideal for aspiring PE teachers and those considering a PGCE

• Put your coaching, leadership, and communication skills into practice

• Flexible supply work that fits around your lifestyle

• Work across a variety of welcoming secondary schools in Leeds

• Competitive daily rates of pay

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions

• Be part of an organisation that also gives back through community initiatives, such as the Make Life Kind Foundation

• Experience working with young people through sports, coaching, education, or youth work

• A degree or relevant coaching qualification is desirable but not essential

• A confident and enthusiastic approach to working with secondary-aged students

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Strong classroom management and the ability to maintain positive behaviour

• Professional presence and the ability to adapt quickly to different school environments

• A genuine passion for sport, physical activity, and supporting young people

• Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor or Teaching Assistant is helpful, but not essential

• Sports graduates, qualified coaches, and aspiring teachers are welcome to apply!

• Excellent rates of pay!

• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance

• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule

• 5-Star rated with over 3,000 reviews across Google & Facebook!

• Exclusive school & trust partnerships

• Access to our FREE Perks Portal, where you'll find exclusive access to a range of discounts - our very own version of the Blue Light Card