Sports Instructor and Cover Supervisor. Job in Northampton Education & Training Jobs

Sports Instructor and Cover Supervisor

Location: Northampton | Start Date: ASAP | Contract: Full-time | Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience.

About the Role

Deliver an inclusive PE programme for students aged 8–18, fostering teamwork, confidence and a lifelong appreciation for health. Occasionally cover lessons in other subjects to support the wider team.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a broad range of physical activities, both curricular and extracurricular.
• Support students in developing physical skills, confidence and a positive attitude toward sport.
• Organise and lead extracurricular sports clubs, competitions and events.
• Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to contribute to students’ personal development and well‑being.
• Encourage participation, celebrate effort and build self‑esteem through physical achievement.
• Cover in other subjects as required.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong background in sports, coaching or physical education (QTS not required).
• Confidence leading lessons in a pool (beneficial but not essential).
• Coaching experience across a variety of sports; dance and yoga experience beneficial.
• Experience with children/young people, ideally in an educational or SEN/SEMH setting.
• Positive, patient and adaptable approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with multiple payment options.
• Access to free CPD and training opportunities.

Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate child‑protection screening, including background checks.

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