Supply Sports Coach - Secondary School

Supply Sports Coach - Secondary School March 2026 Start

Location:

Taunton

Contract:

Full-time (Monday-Friday)

Hours:

8:30am - 3:30pm

Salary:
Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an energetic and dedicated Supply Sports Coach to join a supportive and forward‑thinking secondary school in Taunton this March 2026. This position is well suited to someone who is passionate about inspiring young people through physical activity, sport, and healthy routines, while encouraging their confidence, wellbeing, and personal growth.

The school is committed to helping every student succeed both academically and personally. They aim to develop confident, capable young people who build positive relationships, show resilience, and play an active role in their community. With a collaborative staff team and a culture rooted in ambition, encouragement, and continuous development, the school provides an environment where students and staff can thrive.

• A friendly, inclusive school community with a strong sense of belonging
• A values‑driven ethos focused on achievement, character, and lifelong learning
• Supportive behaviour and pastoral systems to help every student succeed
• Leadership that invests in staff development, wellbeing, and progression
• A respectful, welcoming atmosphere where all students are valued
• Convenient travel links in and around Taunton

As a Supply Sports Coach, you will be actively involved in delivering and supporting PE lessons and a range of sporting activities across KS3 and KS4. You'll help lead exciting, structured sessions that boost students' fitness, teamwork, confidence, and motivation. You may also support extracurricular sports clubs, team training sessions, and school fixtures. A key aspect of the role may involve supporting students who require additional encouragement or guidance to engage positively.

You will help them stay focused, calm, and motivated, encouraging routines that support emotional regulation, confidence, and effective participation. Your role is essential in creating a safe, positive, and structured space where all students feel confident taking part and progressing at their own pace. This opportunity is ideal for someone enthusiastic, patient, and adaptable, who genuinely enjoys helping young people develop physically, socially, and personally.

• Support the delivery of PE lessons and varied sports activities across KS3 and KS4
• Lead warm‑ups, drills, and small group coaching to develop skills and confidence
• Encourage teamwork, resilience, and positive attitudes to physical activity
• Help students stay focused, engaged, and motivated during lessons
• Prepare equipment and maintain safe, organised activity spaces
• Provide additional support or guidance for students needing extra motivation
• Contribute to a positive, student‑focused school culture
• Promote healthy lifestyle habits, wellbeing, and character development through sport

• Experience working with children or young people (ideally in a sports or coaching capacity)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate and inspire
• Confidence supporting behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement
• A patient, calm, and proactive approach to daily challenges
• Genuine enthusiasm for sport, fitness, and youth development
• Dedication to safeguarding, inclusion, and the school's core values
• Coaching qualifications are desirable but not essential

• Leading provider, Crown Commercial Service approved
• Opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
• Free safeguarding training
• Refer a friend scheme – £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals)
• Online portal to manage your pay and timesheets

• All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled‑up holiday pay.
• Equal Opportunities – Monarch
• Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, successful applicants will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to two employment references, an enhanced DBS check, and a right‑to‑work in the UK check.
• This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operates in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK.