Sports Coach

Sports Coach / Teaching Assistant
Wigan & Warrington Schools
Competitive Pay | Higher Rates for Cover Supervisor Work
Training Provided

We are recruiting Sports Coaches to work as Teaching Assistants, supporting students both in the classroom and within the PE department across secondary schools in Wigan and Warrington.

There is high demand for specialist sports staff, with opportunities to progress into Cover Supervisor roles for candidates who are confident leading groups — offering higher rates of pay.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils in lessons as a Teaching Assistant

• Assisting within the PE department (lessons, activities, fixtures)

• Providing behaviour and engagement support

• Opportunity to step up into Cover Supervisor work (optional)

Ideal Candidates:

• Background in sports coaching, sports science, PE, or fitness

• Confident working with young people (secondary age)

• Positive, energetic, and reliable

• Graduates and career-changers encouraged to apply

• Experience in schools is helpful but not essential

What’s On Offer:

• Flexible work in local schools

• Training provided (TA & Cover Supervisor pathways)

• Higher pay rates available for Cover Supervisor duties

• Strong demand and regular work opportunities

• Excellent pathway into teaching or PE education

This role is ideal for anyone looking to gain school-based experience, progress toward teaching, or combine coaching with education work.

Apply now — sports specialists are in high demand and roles are filling quickly across Wigan and Warrington.

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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