Cover Supervisor & PE Specialist - EARLSDON PRIMARY SCHOOL

Cover Supervisor & PE Specialist - EARLSDON PRIMARY SCHOOL

We are seeking a dedicated individual who is passionate about Supporting children's development through sport and learning. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, adaptable and keen to Make a positive contribution to school life in and out of the classroom

What is the job role?

The successful candidate will be:

• Relevant experience of working with primary aged children
• Confident in leading learning activities & PE sessions
• Excellent communication skills
• Committed to inclusion and positive behaviour
• Desirable experience of running/supporting holidays camps
• Desirable qualifications: NVQ3, Level 2 certificate in Supporting Learning in Physical Education, School Sport & Physical Activity Or Level 2 NGB Coaching certificate - relevant experience is essential

Who are we looking for?

• Free childcare for pupils enrolled at Earlsdon Primary School during working hours.
• A good school where 'positive and caring relationships have created an environment where pupils feel safe and are safe'.
• Children who are 'exceptionally' well behaved.
• Friendly and supportive staff.
• A wonderful environment 'at the heart of the local community'.
• A supportive leadership team and strong Governing Body.

A qualification in First Aid or willingness to train is essential.

Candidates who have not been contacted by the interview date will not have been shortlisted. Previous candidates need not reapply.

We welcome visits to the school, please telephone for an appointment.

We do not offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

ONLINE APPLICATIONS ONLY

Closing date: Note, adverts shut off at midnight on your closing date15th May

Interview date: w/c 22nd May

Need help completing your application form? The Job Shop can support you. You can email them at jobshopemploymentsupport@coventry.gov.uk or visit the Job Shop in person, please see their webpage for more information.

Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply. This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

• Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Coventry City Council

Attached documents

• Sports Coach PS JD Grade 5 - Final.doc

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Cover Supervisor & PE Specialist - EARLSDON PRIMARY SCHOOL

• Salary £28598 - £34434
• Frequency Annual
• Job Reference coventrycc/TP/504/12883
• Contract Type Part Time Permanent
• Working Hours 35 hours per week (across 5 days - Monday to Friday) plus, Training Days - 43 TTO weeks
• Closing Date 15 July, 2026
• Job Category Schools/Academies - Support Staff Roles
• Business Unit Schools
• Location EARLSDON PRIMARY SCHOOL, United Kingdom (Incl. Northern Ireland)
• Posted on 8 June, 2026

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Earlsdon Primary School is a friendly, successful two form entry school with polite, friendly, hardworking children and a supportive staff team. We are seeking a dedicated individual who is passionate about Supporting children's development through sport and learning. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, adaptable and keen to Make a positive contribution to school life in and out of the classroom,
• Relevant experience of working with primary aged children
• Confident in leading learning activities & PE sessions
• Excellent communication skills
• Committed to inclusion and positive behaviour
• Desirable experience of running/supporting holidays camps
• Desirable qualifications: NVQ3, Level 2 certificate in Supporting
Learning in Physical Education, School Sport & Physical Activity Or Level 2 NGB Coaching certificate - relevant experience is,
• Free childcare for pupils enrolled at Earlsdon Primary School during working hours.
• A good school where 'positive and caring relationships have created an environment where pupils feel safe and are safe'.
• Children who are 'exceptionally' well behaved.
• Friendly and supportive staff.
• A wonderful environment 'at the heart of the local community'.
• A supportive leadership team and strong Governing Body.
A qualification in First Aid or willingness to train is essential.