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Take your coaching skills into the classroom ⚽

Are you a sports coach looking to take the next step in your career? Do you enjoy motivating young people, leading groups, and bringing energy and structure to sessions? If so, a Cover Supervisor role could be the perfect fit for you.

We are currently recruiting Cover Supervisors across Wigan and West Lancs, and sports coaches consistently thrive in these roles thanks to their leadership, confidence, and behaviour management skills.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will:
✅ Supervise whole classes in the absence of the class teacher
✅ Ensure pupils remain on task using preset work
✅ Manage classroom behaviour and keep lessons running smoothly
✅ Support students by answering questions and encouraging participation
✅ Work across a range of subjects (no subject expertise required)

This role is an excellent pathway into education for sports coaches interested in:

Your coaching experience gives you:
Confidence managing groups of children and teenagers
Strong behaviour management skills
Clear leadership and communication abilities
The ability to build rapport quickly and positively
A calm, proactive approach under pressure

These are exactly the transferable skills schools look for in a successful Cover Supervisor.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

✔️ Experience coaching or leading groups of young people
✔️ Strong communication and leadership skills
✔️ A positive, enthusiastic, and resilient attitude
✔️ The ability to adapt quickly to different school environments

Secondary schools across Wigan and West Lancs value individuals with confidence and presence — qualities sports coaches have in abundance.

What You’ll Get in Return

✨ Flexible work to suit your schedule
✨ Competitive daily pay rates
✨ Opportunities in local secondary schools across Wigan and West Lancs
✨ Support from a dedicated education consultant
✨ FREE training, including behaviour management and safeguarding
✨ Opportunities to progress into teaching pathways

Interested?

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.