Sports Cover Supervisor

Tradewind Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for Sports Cover Supervisors in Chesterfield. Ideal candidates will have a background in sports and passions for education. Responsibilities include supervising classes, delivering pre-set work, and managing behavior. Opportunities for both part-time and full-time positions exist, providing flexible working arrangements. Salary is competitive with ongoing training offered. Join now and inspire the next generation starting January 2026!

Benefits

Competitive daily rates of pay

Supportive school environments

Ongoing training

Flexible working to suit your lifestyle

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine passion for working with young people.
• A background in sports or coaching, formal qualifications a bonus.
• DBS check on the update service.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during teachers' short-term absence.
• Deliver pre-set work and ensure a positive learning environment.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Act as a positive role model promoting teamwork and discipline.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Experience in sports coaching

Youth work experience

Education

Background in sports or coaching

Job description

Sports Cover Supervisors

Secondary Cover Supervisors with a Sports Background - Chesterfield Part-Time & Full-Time Starting November

Are you passionate about sport and education? Do you have experience leading young people and want to take your skills into the classroom? We're looking for enthusiastic and confident individuals with a background in sports to join secondary schools across Chesterfield as Cover Supervisors starting in January 2026.

Whether you're a qualified coach, personal trainer, PE graduate, or simply have a strong sporting background, this could be the perfect opportunity to inspire the next generation both in and out of the classroom.

The Role:

• Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers.
• Deliver pre-set work and ensure a positive learning environment.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Act as a positive role model – particularly in promoting teamwork, discipline, and resilience.
• Potential to support with PE lessons or extracurricular sports activities.

Ideal for:

• Sports coaches, graduates in Sports Science, PE, or related fields.
• Individuals with experience in youth work, team leadership, or mentoring.
• Anyone looking to gain classroom experience before pursuing a teaching career.

Positions Available:

• Full‑Time and Part‑Time roles – flexible to suit your availability.
• Roles starting from November 2025.
• Opportunities to work across a range of Chesterfield secondary schools.

What You'll Need:

• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine passion for working with young people.
• A background in sports or coaching (formal qualifications a bonus, but not essential).
• DBS check on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Supportive school environments and ongoing training.
• Flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• A chance to make a real difference.

Ready to step into the classroom and bring your sporting passion to education? Apply now to join our growing team of Cover Supervisors in Chesterfield and kickstart a rewarding role in January 2026! Email Andy Rogers for more information.