Job Description

PE Cover Teacher - Corby
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Agency: Tradewind Recruitment
Position: PE Cover Teacher (Secondary)
Contract: Supply / Short-term / Long-term available
Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing
Salary: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

Tradewind Recruitment are currently looking for a confident and enthusiastic PE Cover Teacher to work in secondary schools in the Corby area. This role is ideal for qualified teachers, sports graduates, or experienced cover supervisors who are comfortable delivering Physical Education lessons and general cover when required.

We are working with a number of supportive schools who need reliable cover staff for day-to-day supply as well as longer-term placements.

The Role

As a PE Cover Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering pre-set PE lessons, supervising practical activities, and occasionally covering other subjects where needed. You will be expected to maintain good behaviour, ensure student safety, and keep pupils engaged in learning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Delivering PE lessons across KS3 and KS4

  • Supervising practical sports and fitness activities

  • Providing general classroom cover when required

  • Managing behaviour in line with school policies

  • Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed during PE lessons

  • Providing feedback to the school at the end of the day

The Ideal Candidate

  • Experience teaching or coaching sports / PE

  • QTS, degree, or relevant coaching qualification (desirable but not essential)

  • Confident managing groups of secondary-aged students

  • Flexible, reliable, and professional

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

  • Competitive pay rates

  • Flexible work to suit your schedule

  • Access to CPD and training

  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

  • Support from a dedicated education consultant

How to Apply

To apply for this PE Cover Teacher role in Corby, please send your CV to Tradewind Recruitment or apply via our website today.

Early applications are encouraged as schools require cover staff on an ongoing basis.