Sports Graduate Cover Supervisor Job Blackpool | ASAP Start

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in Lancashire is seeking a Cover Supervisor with a sports background to manage classes at a secondary school in Blackpool. This full-time, long-term role requires excellent leadership and communication skills, along with a desire to pursue a career in education. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and the ability to manage classroom behavior effectively. Competitive salary and potential career advancement opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Potential for permanent position

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• A degree in Sports Science, Physical Education, Coaching, or a related field (2:1 or above is desirable).
• Proven ability to lead and manage large groups of young people (age 11+) confidently.
• Exceptional personal resilience, maturity, and a professional, authoritative presence.
• Genuine interest in pursuing a career in teaching or education.

Responsibilities

• Manage whole classes in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Utilize leadership and communication skills to maintain discipline.
• Facilitate independent learning by distributing resources and supporting students.
• Report on class progress and any significant behavioral issues.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Resilience

Education

Degree in Sports Science or related field

Job description

Aspiring Teacher / Graduate Cover Supervisor - Sports Background

Blackpool Secondary School | Full-Time, 5 Days a Week | Long-Term Contract

Start Date: ASAP or Monday 3rd November 2025

Are you a highly motivated Sports Graduate looking to launch your career in education?

A supportive secondary school in Blackpool is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and authoritative graduate to work as a Classroom Manager / Cover Supervisor. This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring teacher to gain vital classroom experience by managing classes of up to 30 pupils across different subjects.

If you have the presence, leadership skills, and resilience honed through coaching and sport, we want to hear from you!

The Role: Classroom Leadership and Management

This non-teaching role is crucial to maintaining educational continuity. You will manage whole classes in the short-term absence of the regular teacher, delivering pre-set work and focusing on behaviour and engagement.

Classroom Management: Proactively supervise classes of up to 30 students across Key Stages 3 and 4, ensuring students remain on task and complete work left by the absent teacher.

Behaviour and Conduct: Utilise your strong leadership and communication skills (developed through coaching or team sports) to maintain high standards of discipline and student conduct. You will be the sole adult responsible for the class.

Learning Facilitation: Distribute resources, explain the pre-set tasks, and provide general support to students, promoting an environment of independent learning.

Reporting: Report back to the department and Cover Manager on the progress of the class and any significant behavioural issues or achievements.

Essential Requirements

• A degree in Sports Science, Physical Education, Coaching, or a related field (2:1 or above is desirable).
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and motivate large groups of young people (age 11+) confidently and calmly. Experience in coaching, tutoring, or youth work is highly valuable.
• Exceptional personal resilience, maturity, and a professional, authoritative presence.
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in teaching or education is highly beneficial.
• Commitment to a full-time, 5-day-a-week working pattern for the long term (until at least July 2026).

The Offer

Role Title: Cover Supervisor / Classroom Manager (Graduate Focus).

Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Contract (potential to become permanent or lead to teacher training).

Salary: Highly competitive pay, reflecting the responsibility of the role.

Start Date: ASAP, or Monday 3rd November 2025.

Location: Blackpool Secondary School.

Take your first step into teaching and demonstrate your leadership potential!

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering letter detailing your experience managing groups and your transferable skills from your sports/coaching background.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.