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Sports Coach/Cover Teacher
- Posted: 20-01-2026
- Category: Cover Supervisors
- Location: Solihull
- Type: Full-time / Contract
- Salary: £160 - £220 per day
Secondary School - Solihull
Start Date: Jan 2026
Smile Education is recruiting on behalf of a secondary school near Solihull for a Sports Coach / Cover Teacher to support Physical Education and general cover.
There are long term and short term/part time roles starting in January 2026. The position would suit an experienced Sports Coach, PE specialist, or confident Cover Teacher with a passion for engaging pupils in physical activity and learning.
The Role:
- Delivering PE lessons and supporting physical activity across the middle school age range
- Providing classroom cover when required, following pre-set work
- Leading engaging, inclusive, and well-structured sessions
- Supporting pupils’ wellbeing, behaviour, and participation
- Working collaboratively with the PE department and wider school team
- Experience working with children or young people in a school or coaching setting
- A strong interest or background in sport and physical education
- Confidence managing groups of pupils and maintaining positive behaviour
- Ability to commit to a full-time, long-term placement
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
The School Offers:
- A welcoming and supportive school environment
- Clear expectations and strong leadership t
- Opportunity to gain valuable school-based experience
- Ongoing guidance and support from Smile Education throughout the assignment
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