Level 3 Personal Trainer / Sports Coach - Secondary School

Level 3 Personal Trainer / Sports Coach - Secondary School

Location: Cardiff (CF5)

Start date: 7th of Setptember 2026

Schedule: Monday - Friday / 08:30-15:15 (term time only)

Are you a passionate and energetic Level 3 Personal Trainer looking to gain hands-on experience in education? We are seeking a sporty, enthusiastic Supply Sports Coach to support PE and sports provision within a welcoming secondary school in Cardiff (CF5).

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to combine their fitness expertise with working alongside young people in a school setting. While a Level 3 Personal Trainer qualification is desirable, we also welcome sports students and graduates who are working towards or hold sports-related qualifications.

The Role

As a Sports Coach / Personal Trainer, you will work closely with the school’s qualified PE teacher to support and co-deliver engaging sports and physical education sessions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting and co-delivering high-quality PE lessons
• Taking small groups of students into the school gym and ensuring safe, effective use of equipment
• Leading and assisting with training sessions, practices, and after-school clubs
• Providing individual and group coaching feedback to improve performance
• Promoting teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship
• Supporting classroom learning across general subjects when required
• Ensuring student safety and maintaining high behaviour standards
• Assisting with school competitions and sporting events

This is more than just coaching — it’s a genuine pathway into education and teaching.

What You’ll Gain

• Valuable classroom and school-based experience
  Hands-on coaching and sports leadership development
  Experience in inclusive coaching and behaviour management
  Flexible work to fit around your university timetable
  In-house training provided
  FREE Level 2 Safeguarding qualification
  Fully Enhanced DBS covered (yours to keep for future roles)
  Competitive daily pay (£110–£120 per day)

We’re Looking For

• Level 3 Personal Trainer qualification (desirable)
• Students or graduates in a sports-related degree (or currently studying)
• A genuine passion for working with young people of all abilities
• Energetic, positive, and reliable individuals
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Coaching, playing, or leadership experience (desirable but not essential)
• First Aid/CPR (preferred but not required)

Ideal For

• PE students needing placement hours
• Sports graduates exploring careers in teaching, coaching, or education
• Aspiring PE teachers building school experience
• University students seeking flexible, term-time work
• Future youth workers or community sports leaders

Why Join Us?

You’ll become part of a supportive secondary school environment that recognises sport as a powerful tool for building confidence, resilience, discipline, and personal growth. This role provides the practical school experience highly valued when applying for PGCE programmes, teaching roles, or professional coaching positions.

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Ready to build your career in sport and education?
Submit your CV today and take the next step towards an exciting future in schools and coaching.

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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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