Sport Or Drama Graduates

Vision for Education Ltd; Pocklington; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE daily rates

Guaranteed pay

Social events

Pension contributions

CPD support

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is recruiting for a Sport Coach to cover in York area secondary schools. The role involves delivering high-quality sports coaching and supervising classes when teachers are absent.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Sports Science or PE and prior school experience, with strong classroom management and excellent communication skills to engage diverse learners.

Qualifications

• A degree in Sports Science or Physical Education is desirable.
• Previous experience in a school setting, particularly in a cover supervisor role, is an advantage.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage students of varying abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring students remain on task with the work provided.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Deliver pre-prepared lessons in a range of subjects across the curriculum.
• Support students in their learning and address any questions they may have about the material.
• Report any issues or concerns to the relevant Head of Department.
• Leading PE / Drama Sessions or assisting with the leading of PE sessions and Drama classes.

Skills

Sports coaching

Drama background

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Sports Science

Degree in Physical Education

Job description

About the role

Vision for Education are looking for Sports Coaches to work in schools in and around the York area. This role will be cover general lessons in secondary schools as well as PE lessons when needed

Job Title: Sport Coach

Job Type: Full-Time, Part Time

Start Date: November 2026

School Type: Secondary School

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and sports coach & Drama graduates who can also serve as a Cover Supervisor in schools in and around the York area. This role involves delivering high-quality sports coaching sessions and supervising classes across various subjects when teachers are absent.

Key Responsibilities:

Cover Supervisor:

• Supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring students remain on task with the work provided.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Deliver pre-prepared lessons in a range of subjects across the curriculum.
• Support students in their learning and address any questions they may have about the material.
• Report any issues or concerns to the relevant Head of Department
• Leading PE / Drama Sessions or assisting with the leading of PE sessions and Drama classes.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A degree in Sports Science, Physical Education, is desirable.
• Previous experience in a school setting, particularly in a cover supervisor role, is an advantage.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage students of varying abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Personal Attributes:

• Enthusiastic and passionate about sports and education.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students to participate in physical activities.
• Adaptable, with a strong sense of responsibility and initiative.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

What we offer

As a PE Specialist cover supervisor part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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