PE Cover Supervisor - Poole High School

Dorset Council; Poole; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council is recruiting a PE Cover Supervisor for Poole High School. The role involves supervising classes, assisting students, and a passion for sports. Ideal candidates are motivated individuals seeking a career in education, preferably with experience in coaching and sports. The position offers a supportive environment and opportunities for development.

Benefits

High quality continued professional development

Automatic membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Desire to pursue a career in education, possibly as a teacher in the future.
• Ability to embrace a supportive, professional approach to school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes for absent teachers specializing in PE.
• Assist students with the work set by the teacher.
• Provide feedback on behavior and progress.
• Carry out daily PE safety checks.
• Work with the PE department in supervising clubs and activities.

Skills

Passionate about working with young people

Interest in sport and PE

High energy and clear moral purpose

Job description

About The Post

We are delighted to be recruiting for an enthusiastic PE Cover Supervisor to join our fantastic team at Poole High School. We are looking for a motivated and inspirational colleague with a passion for sport and transforming the life chances of young people. You will be teaching all subjects across the curriculum including PE lessons. A keen interest in sport and/or coaching experience would be an advantage but not essential. Previous post holders have used this as a springboard to a teacher training course.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes for absent teachers as required specialising in PE
• Assisting students with the work set by the teacher or head of department
• Provide feedback to the teacher of the behaviour and progress of classes and individuals
• To carry out daily PE safety checks
• To work with the PE department in supervising clubs and activities
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies.

Qualifications

• Are passionate about working with young people
• Want to pursue a career in education, possibly as a teacher in the future
• Have a keen interest in sport and PE
• Have high energy, passion and a clear moral purpose which is driven by a desire to improve the life chances of young people
• Will embrace our highly supportive, professional approach to school improvement

Further information

Any questions? To discuss the post or your application, please contact Nikki Steele on 01202 662015 or email us at [e-mail]

How to apply

To apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to: [e-mail]
Only applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here: www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies
The closing date for applications is Monday 17 November 2025 at 9am. We reserve the right to interview exceptional applications prior to the closing date and therefore interested colleagues are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Interview date to be confirmed.

About Us

Twynham Learning (based at Twynham, Poole) is an independent multi-academy. We offer a family‑friendly environment that encourages, supports and inspires our staff to develop their best in a positive school culture.

What we can offer you

• An opportunity to work in a school environment with wonderful children as well as exceptional colleagues
• High quality continued professional development and opportunities to progress
• Automatic membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free on‑site parking
• The opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trust
• The opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Twynham Learning values diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to eliminate unlawful discrimination and promote diversity throughout our whole workforce. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities to all job applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability status, gender reassignment, marital/partnership status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/national origin, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Only people who can evidence their right to work in the UK will be considered for this vacancy.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes as part of our strong commitment to safeguard children and young people. An enhanced criminal records check will be undertaken on the successful candidate. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions. It is an offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.