Cover Teacher

Posting date:	12 January 2026
Salary:	£110 to £130 per day
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	11 February 2026
Location:	TA1
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Teacheractive Limited
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	KP-SPORTS-TA-8985

Summary

Job Title: Sports Coach / Fitness Professional (Aspiring Cover Supervisor)
Location: Taunton
Start Date: Ongoing
Salary: £110 – £130 per day (depending on experience)
Working Pattern: Ad hoc / flexible cover

Are you a Sports Coach, Personal Trainer, or fitness professional looking to apply your skills in a school setting?

Are you confident leading PE lessons, supervising groups of students, and promoting positive behaviour, teamwork, and physical wellbeing?

Are you open to ad hoc cover opportunities in secondary schools across Taunton, with the potential to progress into a Cover Supervisor role?

TeacherActive is inviting expressions of interest from sports and fitness-focused professionals to support PE lessons on an ad hoc basis in secondary schools across Taunton. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain classroom experience, build confidence managing groups of students, and take the next step towards becoming a Cover Supervisor.

Whether you’re seeking flexible work alongside other commitments, exploring a career in education, or looking to transition into a broader classroom-based role, we’d love to hear from you.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Have a background as a Sports Coach, PE Instructor, Personal Trainer, or similar role

  
  

• Are confident leading or supervising PE activities and structured sessions

  
  

• Have strong behaviour management and a positive, professional presence

  
  

• Are interested in developing classroom experience beyond PE

  
  

• Enjoy working with young people and contributing to a positive school environment

  
  

  What You Can Expect:

  • Ad hoc PE cover opportunities in Taunton secondary schools

    
    

  • A clear pathway into Cover Supervisor roles for the right candidates

    
    

  • Supportive school environments and clear lesson plans provided

    
    

  • The chance to build valuable school-based experience

    
    

  • Flexible work to suit your availability

    
    

    Why Register with TeacherActive?

    • Competitive daily rates paid via PAYE (no umbrella or hidden deductions)

      
      

    • Free CPD and training, including behaviour management and Cover Supervisor preparation

      
      

    • A dedicated consultant available 24/7

      
      

    • £200 referral bonus when you refer another teacher, TA, or support staff member (T&Cs apply)

      
      

      If you’re a sports or fitness professional looking for flexible PE cover work and a route into a Cover Supervisor role in Taunton, we’d love to hear from you.

      Email: Kyle.Payze@TeacherActive.com
      Phone: 0117 223 2200

      All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive.

      All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
      
      
      
      Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
      
      
      
      Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
      
      TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.