Job Description
Sports Students Wanted – Kickstart Your Career in Education & Coaching!
Location: Secondary School, CardiffRole: PE Cover Supervisor / Sports & Behaviour Support CoachPay: £120 per day via PAYEEContract: Part-Time Placement or Ad Hoc Opportunities
Turn your passion for sport into real-world impact. Are you studying (or recently graduated in) a sports-related degree and looking to gain hands-on experience? This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a dynamic secondary school environment, build your confidence, and make a genuine difference in young people’s lives.
You’ll be supporting students with SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs) through sport, helping them develop confidence, resilience, and teamwork skills—all while gaining valuable experience for careers in teaching, coaching, or youth work.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Deliver fun, engaging PE lessons and small-group activity sessions
* Run 1:1 interventions and after-school sports clubs
* Support students with behavioural or emotional challenges through structured physical activity
* Use positive behaviour strategies to encourage focus, self-regulation, and teamwork
* Work closely with teachers, SENCO, and pastoral teams
* Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils
Who This Role Is Perfect For
* Sports Science, PE, Coaching, or Psychology students
* Graduates exploring careers in teaching, coaching, or youth development
* Anyone needing placement hours or practical experience
* Individuals passionate about using sport to support wellbeing
What We’re Looking For
* A background (or strong interest) in sport, fitness, or coaching
* Confidence leading or supporting physical activities
* A genuine passion for helping young people succeed
* Strong communication skills and a calm, patient approach
* Interest or experience in behaviour support, SEMH, or SEND
Bonus Points If You Have
* Team Teach or Thrive training (or willingness to train – we’ll support you!)
* First Aid qualification
* Experience in coaching, youth work, or school settings
Why Apply?
* Gain hands-on school experience (great for your CV!)
* Build skills in behaviour management and student support
* Flexible work options to fit around your studies
* Make a meaningful impact through sport
Ready to take the next step? Apply now and turn your passion for sport into a rewarding career pathway. Submit your CV today!
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.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.