PE Cover Supervisor – Barnsley Location: Barnsley Start Date: January 2026 Contract: Flexible Supply – Full-time or Part-time Salary: Competitive Daily Rates Are you passionate about sport, fitness and working with young people? Looking to put your coaching or PE experience to good use in secondary schools? PK Education are recruiting enthusiastic PE Cover Supervisors to work across secondary schools in Barnsley and the surrounding areas from January 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for sports coaches, Sports Science graduates, experienced Cover Supervisors and aspiring PE Teachers looking to gain valuable classroom experience. You don't need to be a qualified teacher! As a PE Cover Supervisor, you'll supervise pre-planned PE lessons when the usual teacher is absent. Depending on the school's requirements, this may include practical sports sessions, classroom-based PE theory or general classroom cover. The Role Supervising PE lessons across KS3 and KS4 Supporting practical activities including football, basketball, athletics and other sports Delivering instructions for pre-planned lessons Encouraging participation, teamwork and positive behaviour Ensuring students follow health and safety procedures during practical activities Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining school expectations Providing general classroom cover when required Who Are We Looking For? Sports Science and PE graduates Experienced sports coaches Unqualified PE Teachers Cover Supervisors with a sporting background Sports development officers and activity leaders Aspiring PE Teachers considering a PGCE The Ideal Candidate Experience coaching, teaching or supporting young people Confidence leading groups of secondary-aged students A good understanding of sport and physical education Strong behaviour management and communication skills Enthusiastic, reliable and adaptable An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one Why Choose PK Education? Established education recruitment agency since 2005 Competitive daily rates Flexible working days to suit your availability Opportunities across Barnsley secondary schools Valuable experience before PE teacher training Access to our PK Cover Supervisor Academy Dedicated support from an experienced local consultant Whether you're an experienced sports coach looking for more consistent work or a PE graduate considering teaching, this is a brilliant opportunity to develop your skills in a secondary school environment
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