Sports Coach

ABC Teachers; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Swadlincote is looking for enthusiastic Sports Coaches to work as Cover Supervisors in secondary schools. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to inspire students, gain classroom experience, and develop a career in education. Applicants should have a background in sports and experience with children. Competitive daily rates and flexible work options are provided.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Flexible work options

Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

Free training for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in sports coaching, PE, or education setting is preferred.
• Ability to lead groups and manage classroom behaviour.
• Must hold an enhanced DBS check or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes when the regular teacher is absent.
• Deliver pre-set lessons to ensure students stay on task.
• Promote teamwork and positive behaviour using sports background.

Skills

Experience with children or young people

Classroom management

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

About the role

Are you a Sports Coach looking to take your next step into the classroom? ABC Teachers are seeking enthusiastic, confident, and adaptable Sports Coaches to work as Cover Supervisors across secondary schools in Swadlincote and the surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

This is a fantastic opportunity to use your coaching skills to inspire and manage students, gain classroom experience, and develop your career in education.

• Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Deliver pre-set lessons and ensure students remain on task.
• Use your sports background to promote teamwork, motivation, and positive behaviour.
• Support schools in maintaining a productive learning environment.

About the school

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Flexible work options to fit your lifestyle.
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
• Dedicated consultant support from our friendly Swadlincote team.
• Access to a wide network of secondary schools across Derbyshire, giving you choice and variety in your placements.

Requirements

• Have experience working with children or young people - ideally in a sports coaching, PE, or education setting.
• Are confident leading groups and managing classroom behaviour.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hold an enhanced DBS check (or be willing to obtain one).
• Are based in or can commute to Swadlincote or nearby areas.
• Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications.

About ABC Teachers

ABC Teachers is a market‑leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high‑quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What ABC Teachers offer

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in‑house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations).
• Free training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Equal opportunities statement

ABC Teachers 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.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up‑to‑date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Rebekah on or email (URL removed).