Sports Graduates Seeking Education Based Roles

Tradewind Recruitment; Wigan; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking Sports Graduates for roles in Wigan secondary schools as Cover Supervisors, Sports Coaches, and Teaching Assistants. This is a unique opportunity for graduates in Sport or related fields to gain valuable classroom experience while earning competitive pay of up to £120 per day. The roles offer flexibility and a clear pathway into teaching careers. Candidates should have a passion for education and youth development, along with confidence in engaging with young people.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible work schedule

Ongoing support from education consultants

Access to training and career guidance

Qualifications

• Degree in Sport, Physical Education, or a related field.
• Interest in teaching or youth development.
• Confidence and ability to engage with young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre‑prepared lessons and manage classroom behaviour.
• Support PE departments and lead practical sessions.
• Provide in‑class support and help pupils achieve.

Skills

Interest in education

Confidence

Enthusiasm

Ability to engage young people

Education

Degree in Sport or related subject

Job description

Sports Graduate School-Based Experience - Wigan Secondary Schools

Cover Supervisor | Sports Coach | Teaching Assistant

Pay: Up to £120 per day

Are you a Sports Graduate looking to gain paid school‑based experience in Wigan secondary schools? Tradewind Recruitment is working closely with a broad network of Ofsted‑rated secondary schools across Wigan, offering excellent opportunities for graduates eager to build experience in education, coaching, and classroom‑based roles.

This is an ideal opportunity for graduates in Sports Science, Physical Education, Sports Coaching, or related subjects who are considering a future in teaching, youth work, or education leadership.

The Roles Available

• Cover Supervisor – Deliver pre‑prepared lessons, manage classroom behaviour, and gain first‑hand secondary teaching experience.
• Sports Coach – Support PE departments, lead practical sessions, and encourage participation in sport and physical activity.
• Teaching Assistant – Provide in‑class support, work with small groups, and help pupils engage and achieve.

These roles offer flexibility, variety, and invaluable experience for anyone planning to progress onto a PGCE, School Direct, or other teacher training routes.

About Wigan Secondary Schools

Wigan has a strong mix of community schools, academies, and faith schools, many with a proud sporting tradition and well‑established PE departments. Schools across the borough are known for:

• Supportive leadership teams and strong behaviour policies.
• A focus on pupil wellbeing, inclusion, and personal development.
• Good transport links to Manchester, Liverpool, and surrounding towns.
• Opportunities for long‑term placements and career progression.

Many Wigan secondary schools regularly support graduates moving into long‑term roles and teacher training programmes.

What We're Looking For

• A degree in Sport or a related subject.
• An interest in education, teaching, or youth development.
• Confidence, enthusiasm, and the ability to engage young people.
• Previous experience working with children or young people (coaching, mentoring, tutoring) is advantageous but not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of up to £120 per day.
• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and commitments.
• Ongoing support from a specialist education recruitment consultant.
• Access to CPD, safeguarding training, and career guidance.
• A clear pathway into education and teaching careers.

Tradewind Recruitment is a market‑leading education recruitment agency, trusted by schools across the North West.

For more information or to apply, contact Anthony Bailey on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).