Graduate PE Teacher

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