Cover People is recruiting Sports Coaches / Teaching Assistants to support secondary schools across North Manchester. These roles are day-to-day and short-term, offering flexibility while gaining school-based experience. You will assist with PE, sports sessions and general classroom cover, becoming a positive role model and helping pupils stay engaged and active. A dedicated education consultant supports your assignments.
Qualifications
Recent UK experience working with children or young people (11–16).
Ability to lead sports sessions and manage groups.
Confident in behaviour management and classroom support.
Responsibilities
Support teachers during PE lessons and practical activities.
Deliver sports sessions across KS3/KS4.
Cover supervisor responsibilities when required.
Encourage participation and teamwork in sport and in class.
Build positive relationships and act as a role model for pupils.
Skills
Sport coaching
Lead activities
Behaviour management
Adaptability
Student engagement
Education
Sports/PE degree
Coaching qualification
Job description
Cover People is recruiting Sports Coaches / Teaching Assistants to support secondary schools across North Manchester. These roles are day-to-day and short-term, offering flexibility while gaining school-based experience. You will assist with PE, sports sessions and general classroom cover, becoming a positive role model and helping pupils stay engaged and active. A dedicated education consultant supports your assignments.