Sports Coach – Cover Supervisor - Chelmsford

Sports Coach – Cover Supervisor - Chelmsford

Full Time | Immediate Start | Excellent Route into Teaching

Gold Education Recruitment is working with a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Chelmsford, who are looking for an enthusiastic and confident Sports Coach to work as a Cover Supervisor, starting ASAP.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Sports Graduate, Sports Coach, PE professional, aspiring teacher, or someone with experience working with young people who is looking to gain valuable classroom experience and begin a career in education.

The Role

As a Sports Coach working as a Cover Supervisor, you will:

Supervise lessons across KS3 and KS4 using pre-prepared lesson materials.

Support students with their learning and ensure they remain focused and engaged.

Use your coaching experience to encourage positive behaviour, teamwork and motivation.

Manage classroom behaviour confidently and professionally.

Build positive relationships with students and staff.

Provide support and guidance to students during lessons.

Gain valuable experience working within a secondary school environment.

Be flexible and adaptable, covering a range of subjects when required.

Who We Are Looking For

The school would particularly welcome applications from:

Sports Graduates and Sports Coaches.

PE graduates or individuals with a strong sporting background.

Aspiring teachers looking to gain school-based experience.

Sports professionals with experience coaching children or young people.

Individuals who have worked in clubs, academies, schools or youth settings.

Confident communicators who can engage and motivate secondary-aged students.

Candidates with a positive, professional and enthusiastic approach.

Individuals who are confident managing behaviour or keen to develop these skills.

Reliable, flexible and adaptable team players.

You do not need to be a qualified teacher for this role. Your ability to motivate young people, build relationships and create a positive environment will be highly valued.

Excellent Route into Teaching

This position is particularly well suited to Sports Coaches considering a career in teaching.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Develop your classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Gain genuine experience working with secondary-aged pupils.
• Develop confidence delivering and supporting learning.
• Understand how a secondary school operates.
• Build professional relationships with teaching staff.
• Explore whether a career in teaching is right for you.
• Potentially progress towards teacher training, PE teaching or longer-term education roles.

What Gold Education Recruitment Can Offer

Full-time Cover Supervisor role in Chelmsford

Immediate start

Competitive daily pay rates inclusive of holiday pay

Weekly pay through PAYE

No umbrella companies

Dedicated education consultant

Valuable classroom and school-based experience

Straightforward registration and onboarding

Ongoing support throughout your placement

Potential opportunities for teacher training and permanent positions

How to Apply

If you are a Sports Coach looking to take your first step into education, we would love to hear from you.

Register with Gold Education Recruitment today and arrange a convenient time for an interview.

This is a fantastic opportunity to use your sporting and coaching experience to make a real difference in a school while gaining valuable experience towards a future career in teaching

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