Supply Secondary Sports Coach | April 2026 Start Location: Bath Contract: Full-Time Supply (Monday-Friday) Hours: 8:15am - 3:15pm Salary: £ £140.25 - £232.38 (DOE) Are you an energetic and motivated Sports Coach looking for flexible and rewarding opportunities in the Bath area? We are currently seeking enthusiastic Sports Coaches to support PE departments across a variety of local secondary schools, delivering high‑quality sessions and working with students in KS3 and KS4. Whilst this advert focuses on PE and Sport, we also welcome applicants with experience in coaching other activities or working in wider school environments. This role is ideal for individuals seeking a better work-life balance, aspiring PE teachers looking to gain school-based experience, or experienced coaches wanting ongoing, short-term, or long-term supply roles. Many of our placements often develop into extended cover or permanent positions for the right candidates. Schools across Bath offer supportive leadership, strong behaviour systems, and welcoming departments-allowing you to focus on delivering engaging, inclusive, and enjoyable sporting activities. About the Role As a Sports Coach, you will deliver pre-planned PE sessions, support practical activities, and help maintain a positive and motivating environment for students. You may be required to assist with a range of sports such as football, rugby, netball, athletics, basketball, fitness training, and more. General classroom support may also be required when the PE timetable allows. Key Responsibilities Deliver engaging, safe, and inclusive PE activities using pre-prepared plans * Encourage participation, teamwork, and positive attitudes towards physical activity * Support students of varying abilities with both practical and theory-based PE work * Maintain strong behaviour management and promote a positive learning culture * Follow all safeguarding, behaviour, and school policies * Build strong, professional relationships with staff and students * Adapt confidently to different school routines, sporting facilities, and expectations What We're Looking For Experience coaching young people (school, club, or community setting) * Strong communication skills and a confident presence * Ability to motivate learners and manage behaviour effectively * A passion for sport, physical activity, and developing student confidence * Professional, reliable, and committed to safeguarding * PE degree, coaching qualifications, or relevant experience desirable (but not essential) * Suitable for both experienced coaches and those looking to progress into teaching Benefits of Working with Monarch Education: Leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved Opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy Free Safeguarding training Refer a friend scheme - £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals) Online portal to manage your pay and timesheets To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide - please visit our website - About Us - Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk) Important Information: All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay. Equal Opportunities - Monarch Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children daily, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check. This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.