PE Cover Supervisors required for secondary schools around Leigh Park
Are you passionate about Physical Education and keen to inspire the next generation of students? Do you have the skills to lead PE lessons and engage students in a variety of sports and activities? Join Teaching Personnel as a Cover Supervisor with a specialism in PE in Leigh Park!
What is a Cover Supervisor?
A Cover Supervisor is responsible for overseeing students in the absence of their regular teacher, ensuring that set work is completed and behaviour is managed. As a PE Specialist Cover Supervisor, your focus will be on leading PE lessons, encouraging students to stay active, and ensuring lessons run smoothly.
You’ll be tasked with managing groups, facilitating sports sessions, and engaging students in a range of physical activities. This role is ideal for individuals with a passion for sport, recent graduates in a related field, or those considering a future career in education or coaching.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise and lead PE lessons when the teacher is absent.
- Manage classroom and sports field behaviour, ensuring students are engaged with their activities.
- Set up and supervise sports equipment, ensuring safety standards are followed.
- Provide guidance and encouragement to students to participate actively in physical activities.
- Respond to questions from students regarding sports or fitness-related work.
- Maintain a safe and structured environment both in the classroom and on the sports field.
- Report back to teachers on students' participation, behaviour, and progress during PE lessons.
- Assist with additional classroom supervision or administrative tasks when required.
Requirements:
- Minimum GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
- A degree in a sports-related discipline is beneficial but not essential.
- Experience or knowledge in Physical Education, coaching, or fitness instruction.
- A genuine passion for working with young people and promoting physical activity.
- Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage groups effectively.
- Confidence in managing sports equipment and ensuring student safety.
- Previous experience in a school or educational setting is advantageous but not essential.
- Flexibility, patience, and resilience, especially when working with schools in Leigh Park, where behaviour management can sometimes be challenging.
Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel:
- Flexible Work: Tailor your work schedule to suit your lifestyle.
- Professional Development: Access to regular CPD (Continuous Professional Development) opportunities, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and sports-specific training.
- Dedicated Consultant: Your own recruitment consultant to offer support and advice throughout your role.
- Pathway to Teaching: Gain hands-on experience in PE lessons, ideal for those considering a career in teaching or coaching.
- Referral Bonus: Earn rewards for recommending friends to join Teaching Personnel.
- Supportive Network: Join a community of education professionals passionate about improving students' lives.
Why Work as a PE Cover Supervisor?
This role is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in classroom and sports field management while making a positive impact on young people’s physical education. Whether you’re exploring a career in teaching, coaching, or simply enjoy working with students, this role is perfect for you.
You’ll need to be adaptable and ready for a challenge, as some of the schools in Leigh Park may present unique behavioural difficulties. However, with the right attitude, you'll find the experience incredibly rewarding.
Apply Today!
If you’re enthusiastic, adaptable, and ready to make a difference in PE education, we would love to hear from you. Click apply or contact Teaching Personnel for more information.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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