Position: Sports Coach – Primary Schools
Location: Oldham
Cover People are looking for enthusiastic and caring Sports Coaches with experience working with children, ideally aged 4 to 11 years, to join our team supporting local primary schools across Salford.
Whether you hold a relevant degree (such as BSc or MSc in Sports Science/PE) or have coaching qualifications and hands-on experience with children, we’d love to hear from you. A strong passion for inspiring and supporting young children in both their physical development and emotional wellbeing is essential.
This rewarding role involves delivering and assisting with PE lessons and activities across the school day, as well as offering one to one or small group support for children who may need additional help with focus, confidence, or behaviour. Schools are looking for engaging,patient and relatable individuals who can build positive relationships with younger pupils.
We’re proud to be working with inclusive and community focused primary schools across Salford who are dedicated to providing every child with opportunities to thrive both in and out of the classroom.
Why join Cover People?
We focus on the little things that matter most. From the moment you register, you’ll have round-the-clock access to a friendly consultant who understands your goals and is always ready to support you.
Benefits include:
- Very competitive pay rates – we PaytoScale
- Friendly and supportive school environments
- Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
- Full-time, consistent work – immediate start available
- Opportunity to make a lasting difference in children’s lives
- Lucrative Referral Scheme
Requirements:
- A degree in sports, PE, or related field or coaching badges/qualifications
- Recent experience working with or coaching primary aged children
- A positive, enthusiastic, and nurturing approach
- Strong communication skills and confidence managing groups
- Passion for creating fun, safe, and inclusive environments for children to thrive
Interested?
Apply today to find out more about joining a supportive team making a big difference in primary education across Oldham.