Sports Student / Graduate - PE Cover Supervisor

Sports Student / Graduate – PE Cover Supervisor

Location: Secondary School, Cardiff
Role: PE Cover Supervisor / Sports & Behaviour Support Coach
Pay: £110 - £120 per day
Contract: Long-Term Placement or Adhoc

Are you a sports student or graduate passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives through sport and physical activity? This is your chance to gain valuable school-based experience while supporting pupils with SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs) and challenging behaviour in a supportive Cardiff secondary school.

The Role – What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead engaging PE lessons, 1:1 activity sessions, and after-school enrichment clubs
• Support students with behavioural or emotional challenges through structured sport sessions
• Use positive behaviour strategies to promote self-regulation, teamwork, and confidence
• Work closely with teachers, SENCO, and pastoral staff to align learning goals
• Build strong, trusted relationships with pupils in a consistent, calm, and patient way

 Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Studying or graduated in Sports Science, PE, Coaching, Psychology, or a related field
• Confident delivering physical activities or coaching young people
• Passionate about mental wellbeing, emotional support, and inclusive sport
• Familiar with SEMH needs, behavioural strategies, and safeguarding practices
• Great communicator, team player, calm under pressure

Bonus if you have:

• Team Teach or Thrive training (or willing to train – we’ll support you!)
• First Aid qualification
• Experience in youth work, coaching, or SEND environments

Perfect For:

• Sports students looking for placement hours
• Graduates exploring careers in teaching, sports development, or youth support
• Individuals who want to make a difference through sport

Apply now to start your career in education and sport. Submit your CV today!

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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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