Sports Coach

Teaching Personnel; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational staffing agency seeks a confident Sports Coach for a Cover Supervisor role in the BL4 area. This position involves supervising classes, delivering work, and using leadership skills to manage behavior. Candidates should have a background in sports coaching and experience working with children. This is a full-time, term-time role offering £90 – £110 per day, with potential for further opportunities in education.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Supportive school environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a sports or coaching context.
• Confidence in managing groups and maintaining classroom expectations.
• Flexibility and commitment to supporting student learning.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during the absence of the class teacher.
• Deliver pre-set work and ensure students stay on task.
• Manage behavior effectively using coaching experience.
• Provide classroom support and enhance the school environment.

Skills

Experience working with children

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Classroom management

Leadership and coaching

Job description

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Sports Coach – Cover Supervisor Role
Location: BL4 area (Farnworth/Little Lever)
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £90 – £110 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, term-time only

A well-regarded secondary school in the BL4 area is looking to appoint a confident and proactive Sports Coach to take on the role of Cover Supervisor. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in sports coaching who is looking to transition into a school-based setting.

The Role:

Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of the class teacher

Deliver pre-set work and ensure students remain focused and on task

Use your leadership and coaching experience to manage behaviour effectively

Provide classroom support and contribute to the wider school environment

Ideal Candidate Will:

Have experience working with children or young people, ideally in a sports or coaching context

Be confident managing groups and maintaining classroom expectations

Have strong communication and organisational skills

Be flexible, enthusiastic, and committed to supporting students' learning

Experience working in schools or educational settings

An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply for one

This is an excellent opportunity for someone considering a future in teaching or education. The school offers a supportive environment where you can develop your skills and gain valuable classroom experience.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact us for more information.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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