Sports Specialist

Tradewind Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Warrington is seeking a Sports Specialist to step into education as a Cover Supervisor. This role offers part-time and full-time opportunities, allowing individuals to manage classroom settings while leveraging their sports background. Ideal candidates are graduates in Sports Science or related fields, with experience working with young people. The position provides flexible schedules, competitive daily rates, and a pathway to teacher training. Apply now to begin your journey into education!

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Daily rates up to £130

No planning or marking required

Opportunities for PGCE or teacher training

Free CPD training

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Legal right to work in the UK.
• Two professional references required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set work across a range of subjects.
• Manage classroom behaviour and engage pupils.
• Ensure a positive and safe learning environment.

Skills

Confident leadership

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Experience with young people

Education

Graduates in Sports Science, Coaching, or Physical Education

Job description

Sports Specialist - Cover Supervisor Roles - Immediate & September Starts - Warrington

Location: Warrington
Job Type: Flexible (Part-time & Full-time opportunities)
Salary: £100-£130 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: Immediate & January 2026

Are you a Sports Specialist ready to step into education? Do you enjoy working with young people and want to build classroom experience?

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with multiple secondary schools across Warrington seeking energetic and motivated Sports Graduates to work as Cover Supervisors. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your leadership skills in a classroom setting while leveraging your sporting background.

The Role:

• Delivering pre-set work across a range of subjects, including PE.
• Managing classroom behaviour and keeping pupils engaged.
• Ensuring a positive, safe learning environment.
• Flexible working options - day-to-day, part-time, or full-time to suit your schedule.

Ideal Candidates:

• Graduates in Sports Science, Coaching, or Physical Education.
• Individuals with experience working with children or young people (coaching, tutoring, youth work, etc.).
• Confident leaders able to manage groups in a school environment.
• Those considering teacher training or a future in education.

Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Legal right to work in the UK.
• Two professional references.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Benefits of Working with Tradewind:

• Flexible working to fit around other commitments.
• Excellent daily rates - up to £130 per day.
• No planning or marking required.
• Opportunities to progress onto PGCE or school-based teacher training routes.
• Free CPD, including Behaviour Management and Safeguarding.
• Supportive team with a dedicated education consultant.

This is the perfect stepping stone into teaching for graduates aiming to apply for a PGCE, SCITT, or other teacher training programmes.

Apply Now to start your journey into education as a Sports Specialist with Tradewind!

For more information, contact Jake Wall on (phone number removed) or email