Job Description
Job Title: Sports Coach / Teaching Assistant
Location: Rochdale
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: £90-120
Sports Coaches Day-to-Day & Short-Term Roles
Cover People are looking for enthusiastic and confident Sports Coaches to work across secondary schools in Rochdale on a day-to-day and short-term supply basis.
These roles are perfect for candidates who enjoy variety and want to gain valuable experience working with young people in both classroom support (TA) and PE coaching environments.
The Role
As a Sports Coach, you ll be working in schools supporting PE lessons, delivering engaging sports sessions, and occasionally supervising classes during teacher absence. Typical duties may include:
- Assisting in or leading PE lessons for KS3 and KS4 students.
- Covering classes as a general Cover Supervisor when needed.
- Supporting behaviour management and encouraging positive participation.
- Delivering a range of sports including football, rugby, athletics, basketball, and more.
- Building positive relationships with students and promoting teamwork, discipline, and wellbeing.
About You
We re looking for candidates who:
- Have UK-based experience working with children aged .
- Hold a degree in Sport/Physical Education or equivalent coaching qualifications.
- Are confident leading groups and managing classroom behaviour.
- Are flexible, reliable, and keen to work across different school environments.
- Have a positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm for sport and physical activity.
Why Join Cover People?
- Consistent day-to-day and short-term work across Rochdale schools.
- Excellent daily pay rates.
- Dedicated consultant support and regular communication.
- Opportunities to build experience towards a future PE or teaching career.
- Rewarding, active roles that make a real impact on students engagement and wellbeing.
All pay rates quoted include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. All roles are temporary and flexible to suit your availability.
Ready to inspire the next generation through sport?
Apply today and start flexible day-to-day work as a Sports Coach or PE Cover Supervisor with Cover People in Rochdale!
