Unqualified Sports Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking an Unqualified Sports Teacher to join secondary schools in Cheltenham. This position offers a chance to inspire students in sports while gaining valuable classroom experience. Candidates should possess sports coaching experience or a sports-related degree. This full-time role starts in December 2025 and provides opportunities for long-term employment.

Benefits

Hands-on experience in education

Supportive schools with great facilities

Potential for long-term employment

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching sports or a sports-related degree required.
• Ability to manage a classroom effectively.
• Motivated and passionate about helping young people.
• Seeking experience before potential teacher training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging PE lessons and support across sports.
• Lead activities and encourage student participation.
• Support classroom cover and maintain a positive environment.
• Be a strong role model with excellent behaviour management.
• Work in supportive schools with excellent sports facilities.
• Accompany students on sports trips when required.

Skills

sports coaching experience

classroom management

communication skills

enthusiasm for sports

Education

sports-related degree

Job description

Unqualified Sports Teacher - Secondary Schools (Cheltenham)

Location: Cheltenham and surrounding areas
Start Date: December 2025
Contract Type: Full-time / Temporary to Permanent

Are you passionate about sport and looking to inspire the next generation?
Do you have a background in coaching or a recent sports degree and want to gain valuable classroom experience?

We're looking for an enthusiastic and confident Unqualified Sports Teacher to join our partner secondary schools in the Cheltenham area from December 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a love of sport and strong leadership skills who wants to take their first step into teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging PE lessons and support across a range of sports.
• Lead activities, coach students, and encourage participation in both team and individual sports.
• Support general classroom cover when required, maintaining a positive and controlled learning environment.
• Be a strong role model with excellent behaviour management and communication skills.
• Work in schools with excellent sports facilities and supportive staff teams.
• Opportunities to accompany students on sports trips and fixtures.

Qualifications

• Individuals with sports coaching experience or a sports-related degree.
• Confident communicators with the ability to manage a classroom effectively.
• Motivated, energetic, and passionate about helping young people develop their sporting skills.
• Someone seeking valuable experience before potentially pursuing a teacher training route.

Benefits

• A great opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in education.
• Supportive schools with fantastic facilities and extracurricular opportunities.
• Potential for long-term or permanent opportunities for the right candidate.

If you're ready to bring your energy and enthusiasm into the classroom and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to start your journey as an Unqualified Sports Teacher in Cheltenham this December!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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