Cover Supervisor / Sports Coach

Quokka Education; Tudhoe; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in the United Kingdom is looking for Cover Supervisors to utilize their sports coaching skills in local classrooms. Ideal candidates should be adaptable, resilient, and enjoy working with young people. Responsibilities include leading lessons, applying pre-prepared materials, and fostering a supportive environment for student growth. This opportunity offers flexible daytime hours and the chance to make a significant impact on students' academic progress.

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching, especially in clubs or schools.
• Background in PE, sports science, or coaching.
• Enjoys working with young people and guiding them.

Responsibilities

• Lead lessons using pre-prepared materials.
• Build rapport and confidence with students.
• Provide calm and consistent leadership across subjects.

Skills

Adaptability

Resilience

Empathy

Job description

In sport, every team needs a coach. In schools, every class needs a confident leader - and in Alton, that leader could be you.

If you've ever motivated a group, adapted on the spot, or supported someone to achieve more than they thought possible, you already have the foundations of an excellent Cover Supervisor. Quokka Education is seeking sports coaches who are ready to bring their skills into local classrooms through flexible, daytime opportunities.

First Month

You'll get to know school routines, build rapport, and gain confidence in leading lessons using pre-prepared materials - showing students your balance of warmth, clarity, and authority.

Second Month

You'll become a familiar and trusted presence. Schools will request you for your ability to provide calm, consistent leadership across subjects and year groups.

Third Month

You'll be established as one of Alton's most reliable Cover Supervisors, recognised for your professionalism, adaptability, and strong classroom presence.

Coaching is about progress, confidence, and connection. The classroom environment is no different. You'll guide students to develop resilience, teamwork, and self-belief - just as you've done with athletes. This time, their "win" is academic progress and personal growth.

Candidate Profiles

• Sports coaches with experience in clubs, schools, or community settings
• Individuals with backgrounds in PE, sports science, or coaching
• Aspiring teachers seeking valuable classroom experience
• Adaptable, resilient, and empathetic individuals who enjoy working with young people