• Cover Supervisor
  • P.E
  • Telford
  • £93 - £115/ per day
  • Job Area: Telford

Sports Coach – Telford

Job Description

⛹️‍♂️ Sports Coach – Secondary Schools (Telford & Surrounding Areas)

Start Date: April 2026
Location: Telford, Shropshire
Contract: Full-time / Part-time opportunities available
Pay: Competitive, aligned with experience

About the Role

Zest Education is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Sports Coach to support a fantastic secondary school in Telford. If you’re passionate about motivating young people through sport and physical activity, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a vibrant school community.

We are working closely with a local secondary school that has a strong need for a reliable, energetic, and confident Sports Coach. There is an immediate opportunity available, making now the perfect time to join our team and gain valuable school-based experience—whether you’re looking to develop your career in education, enhance your coaching skills, or explore a future pathway into teaching.

Your Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

  • Deliver engaging PE lessons and sports sessions across KS3 and KS4, ensuring sessions are inclusive, safe and enjoyable.
  • Foster a positive learning environment, building strong relationships with students and staff.
  • Support classroom teachers with PE curriculum delivery, assessment, and extracurricular activities.
  • Manage and motivate groups of students, encouraging teamwork, positive behaviour, and a safe, supportive atmosphere where all pupils can thrive.

What We’re Looking For

  • Background in Sports Coaching, PE teaching, or a related discipline
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Relevant coaching qualification (Level 2 preferred)
  • Experience working with young people in either an educational or sports setting
  • An Enhanced DBS certificate, or willingness to apply for one

Why Choose Zest Education?

At Zest Education, we pride ourselves on connecting passionate educators with fantastic schools across the Midlands. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

  • A dedicated consultant who understands your needs
  • Opportunities in schools that match your skills and preferences
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Access to ongoing professional development and support

Interested?

To apply or find out more, email Abigail at:
📩 abigail@zesteducation.co.uk

You can also click ‘Apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

Safeguarding

Zest Education is an APSCo-audited agency committed to safeguarding children. All candidates must:

  • Hold an Enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one)
  • Be registered with the DBS Update Service
  • Provide references covering the last two years
  • Successfully pass all required safeguarding checks

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications.
Minimum requirements: Recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years in a UK curriculum school) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.

This role is for temporary supply work.

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Job Details

  • Cover Supervisor
  • P.E
  • Telford
  • £93 - £115/ per day
  • Job Area: Telford

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