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Love Sport? Lead Learning. Become a Cover Supervisor Bridgend

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Posted 03/08/2026

Elementa Support Services

Job Description

Sports Coach / Cover Supervisor Bridgend & Surrounding Areas

Competitive Daily Pay Flexible & Long-Term Opportunities Immediate Start

Turn Your Coaching Skills Into a Rewarding School Career

Are you a Sports Coach, PE Graduate, Fitness Instructor or someone with experience leading young people?

Elementa is looking for enthusiastic, confident individuals to work as Sports Coaches and Cover Supervisors in welcoming primary and secondary schools across bridgend and surrounding areas.

If you re passionate about inspiring young people, confident leading groups and thrive in an active environment, we d love to hear from you.

The Role

No two days are the same. You ll play a key role in keeping pupils engaged, motivated and learning by:

  • Delivering pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher
  • Leading PE lessons and sports-based activities where required
  • Managing classroom behaviour with confidence and positivity
  • Building positive relationships with pupils and staff
  • Encouraging teamwork, resilience and participation
  • Supporting learning across a range of curriculum subjects
  • Providing feedback to teaching staff at the end of each lesson

No lesson planning or marking required.

We re Looking For

We re interested in hearing from people with backgrounds in:

  • Sports Coaching
  • PE or Sports Science
  • Football, Rugby, Cricket or Multi-Sports Coaching
  • Fitness Instruction or Personal Training
  • Youth Work
  • Outdoor Education
  • Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor experience

You ll also have:

  • Confidence leading groups of children or young people
  • Excellent communication skills
  • A positive, energetic and professional attitude
  • A calm approach to behaviour management
  • Experience working with children or young people (preferred)

You ll also need:

  • An Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
  • EWC Registration (or willingness to register)
Ideal For

This opportunity is perfect if you re:

  • A Sports Coach looking for weekday work
  • A PE Graduate considering teacher training
  • Interested in becoming a PE Teacher
  • Looking for flexible work around coaching commitments
  • Passionate about making a positive impact in schools
Why Join Elementa?

At Elementa, we believe great people deserve great support.

Weekly PAYE pay
Competitive daily rates
Flexible, long-term and permanent opportunities
Dedicated Candidate Manager providing ongoing support
Free & discounted CPD including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive
Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience
Access to additional wellbeing, legal, tax and accountancy support services

Safeguarding

Elementa is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All appointments are subject to:

  • Enhanced DBS clearance
  • Satisfactory references
  • Right to work checks
  • EWC registration
  • Safeguarding compliance checks
  • Successful completion of a 12-week (60 paid day) qualifying period
Please Note

Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications from individuals who:

  • Require sponsorship to work in the UK
  • Are not currently based in the UK
  • Do not have experience working with children or young people in the UK
Ready to Inspire the Next Generation?

Whether you re leading a football session, motivating a class or helping pupils achieve their potential, your coaching skills can make a real difference.

Apply today and start your journey with Elementa.