University Students - Unqualified Teacher & Sports Support Assistant
Secondary Schools across Cardiff
08:30 – 15:30, Term Time Only
£120 per day, paid weekly
Part-time, flexible days — perfect for university students or anyone wanting part-time work
Kick-start your career in education or sport
Are you a student, recent graduate, or aspiring teacher looking for hands-on experience in a school environment? This dual role blends classroom cover with sports support, giving you real leadership experience while helping young people thrive — both academically and physically.
Teaching Personnel is partnering with welcoming secondary schools across Cardiff to find enthusiastic, adaptable people to step into Cover Supervisor and Sports Support Assistant roles.
What You'll Be Doing
- Delivering pre-planned lessons across subjects including English, Maths, Science, Humanities, PE, DT, Art, Computing, and MFL
- Supervising classes in a teacher's absence, keeping students engaged and behaviour positive
- Supporting PE lessons, extracurricular activities, and after-school sports clubs
- Creating inclusive, energetic environments for learners of all abilities
- Building strong relationships with students, teachers, and school staff
What You'll Gain
- Real classroom and sports leadership experience in a secondary school setting
- Flexible hours that fit around your studies or other commitments
- Ongoing support and guidance from experienced education consultants
- Help obtaining an Enhanced DBS Certificate
What We're Looking For
- Studying towards, or holding, a degree (any subject — sports-related degrees a bonus)
- A genuine interest in education, coaching, or youth development
- Confident, proactive, and adaptable communication skills
- Coaching, leadership, or mentoring experience is welcome but not essential
Perfect For
- PE or Sports students needing placement hours
- Graduates seeking school-based experience before teacher training
- Aspiring teachers, coaches, or youth mentors
- Anyone wanting flexible, rewarding work with young people
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today and start building experience that'll set you apart — in the classroom, on the pitch, and in your future career.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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