Sports Coach – Teaching Assistant / Cover Supervisor
Location: WN6, Wigan
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Up to £100 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, term-time only
Are you a Sports Coach or PE graduate with a passion for working with young people? Are you looking to transfer your coaching skills into a rewarding school-based role?
A vibrant and supportive secondary school in the WN6 area of Wigan is looking for a confident, energetic, and proactive individual to join their team as a Teaching Assistant and Cover Supervisor. This is a great opportunity for anyone with a sports or coaching background considering a career in education or behaviour support.
The Role:
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Supporting students across a range of subjects and abilities
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Stepping into classes in the absence of teachers to deliver pre-planned lessons
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Using your coaching and mentoring skills to manage behaviour and maintain engagement
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Assisting in PE lessons and extra-curricular activities where possible
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Supporting individual students or small groups with focus, confidence, and teamwork
Ideal Candidate Profile:
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Background in Sports Coaching, PE, or Youth Mentoring
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Confident leading groups and maintaining positive behaviour
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Strong communication, adaptability, and classroom presence
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Interested in pursuing a career in education, PE teaching, or behaviour support
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Experience working with young people in any setting is highly desirable
What You’ll Gain:
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Full-time, school-based experience in a supportive environment
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Opportunities for progression into PE teaching or pastoral roles
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Ongoing training and professional development
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The chance to make a genuine difference to students’ learning and wellbeing
If you’re passionate about sport, education, and inspiring young people, this could be the perfect role for you.
Apply today with your CV or contact us to find out more about this exciting opportunity in WN6.
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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