PE Cover (Female Only Sports Coach - Genuine Occupational Requirement) - Ursuline Academy Ilford

Principal Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a female PE Cover Supervisor/Sports Coach to inspire young women through physical education in London. The successful candidate will deliver PE lessons, manage classes, and support students' athletic development. Strong communication and a background in sports coaching are essential. This is an exciting opportunity in a supportive environment offering professional development.

Benefits

Supportive school environment

Professional development opportunities

Empowering role for young women

Qualifications

• This post is restricted to female applicants due to supervision in female changing rooms.
• Strong background in sports coaching, PE, or related field required.
• Previous school or youth sports experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver PE lessons and sports activities in line with the school curriculum.
• Supervise classes ensuring a positive and inclusive environment.
• Contribute to extra-curricular sports clubs and events.

Skills

Sports coaching

Communication

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Leadership skills

Job description

Overview

Principal Education is working with Ursuline Academy Ilford to appoint a female PE Cover Supervisor / Sports Coach to join their dynamic team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a sports enthusiast with a passion for inspiring young women through physical education. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging PE lessons and supervising classes in the absence of the PE teacher.

Responsibilities

• Deliver PE lessons and sports activities across KS3 KS4 in line with the school s curriculum.
• Supervise classes, ensuring a positive, safe, and inclusive environment.
• Support students in developing fitness, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Contribute to extra-curricular sports clubs and school sporting events.
• Manage equipment and changing rooms appropriately.

Qualifications

• This post is restricted to female applicants only, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) as the role involves supervision in female changing rooms.
• Strong background in sports coaching, PE, or a related field.
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• Enthusiasm for motivating and inspiring students.
• Previous school or youth sports experience desirable.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).

Benefits

• A supportive and welcoming school environment.
• Opportunity to inspire and empower young women through sport.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.