Cover Supervisor with PE specialism

Start Date: ASAP or February 2026
Contract: Full-time, long-term (with potential for a permanent position)
Salary: £100 £130 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a thriving secondary school near Hamble as a Full-Time Cover Supervisor with a focus on PE. This long-term position starts immediately or from February and offers the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

You will provide general classroom cover across a range of subjects and play an active role in the PE department, supporting lessons and extra-curricular activities. This is an ideal role for someone with a background in sport, coaching, or PE teaching who is looking to gain hands-on experience in education.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in the teacher s absence across various subjects and year groups
• Support the PE department with lesson delivery, extra-curricular activities, and team events
• Maintain a calm, focused, and respectful classroom environment
• Encourage engagement, participation, and positive behaviour
• Build positive relationships with students and staff
• Uphold the school s values and safeguarding expectations

About the School

This is a large, well-regarded secondary school serving students aged . The school is committed to achieving excellence together and prides itself on a strong sense of community, high standards of behaviour, and a culture of respect and ambition.

With a broad curriculum and excellent facilities including modern sports amenities the school offers students a wide range of opportunities to excel academically and personally. The PE department is dynamic and well-resourced, delivering a variety of sporting activities and fostering teamwork and resilience. Staff benefit from a supportive leadership team and a collaborative working environment focused on student success.

Person Specification

• A university degree (essential)
• Experience working with young people (in school, coaching, or youth work settings)
• A passion for Physical Education and student wellbeing
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident classroom and behaviour management
• Adaptable, proactive, and professional approach

What You Can Expect

• A long-term, full-time opportunity with potential for permanent placement
• Competitive daily rate of £100 £130 (based on experience)
• The chance to combine general cover work with a specialist PE focus
• Ongoing professional development and training
• A clear pathway into teaching for aspiring educators

How to Apply

If you are energetic, passionate about PE, and confident working with young people across a variety of subjects, we d love to hear from you.

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