Sports Graduates Wanted - School Cover & PE Support Roles

Wakefield
Competitive Daily Rates
Flexible Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities
Perfect Experience Before Teacher Training

Are you a recent Sports Science, Physical Education, Coaching or Sports Development graduate looking to gain valuable school-based experience before embarking on a PGCE or teacher training route?

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and confident Sports Graduates to work within secondary schools across Wakefield, supporting PE departments and covering lessons across a range of subjects.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop classroom management skills, gain hands-on experience in education, and build your CV whilst making a positive impact on young people's learning and wellbeing.

The Role

• Deliver PE lessons when required across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Provide classroom supervision during teacher absences
• Support students' learning and engagement across a variety of subjects
• Lead warm-ups, sports activities and extracurricular clubs
• Promote positive behaviour and classroom standards
• Build confidence working with young people in an educational setting
• Gain invaluable experience for future teacher training applications

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Sports Science, Sports Coaching, Physical Education, Sports Management or a related subject
• Passion for working with young people
• Confident communicator with strong leadership skills
• Reliable, professional and adaptable
• Previous coaching, mentoring, tutoring or youth work experience is advantageous
• Interest in pursuing a career in teaching, education or youth development

Why This Role?

✅ Ideal stepping stone into teaching

✅ Gain paid classroom experience before a PGCE or teacher training programme

✅ Develop behaviour management and teaching skills

✅ Flexible work to fit around your schedule

✅ Opportunities to work in a range of local secondary schools

✅ Ongoing support and professional development

✅ Potential long-term and permanent opportunities available

Whether you're planning a future career in teaching or simply want a rewarding role working with young people, this opportunity offers an excellent introduction to life in the classroom.

Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in education with local schools across Wakefield.