Sports Graduates

Start your journey into teaching
South Leeds | Full-time & flexible roles available

Finished your sports degree and wondering what’s next?

If you’ve got the energy, teamwork skills, and natural leadership that come with a sports background, you’re already halfway to thriving in a classroom. Now it’s about gaining that hands-on experience before teacher training, and that’s where we come in.

What’s the role?

We’re working with secondary schools across South Leeds who are looking for confident, enthusiastic Sports Graduates to support in the classroom.

You might be:

• Covering PE lessons
• Supporting students in other subjects
• Helping manage behaviour and keep lessons on track
• Acting as a positive role model for young people

No two days are the same, but every day builds your experience and confidence.

Why this role is a game changer

• Real classroom experience before committing to teacher training
• Build confidence leading groups and managing behaviour
• Develop transferable skills that schools genuinely value
• Flexible work options to suit your schedule
• A foot in the door for long-term teaching opportunities

What we’re looking for

• A degree in a sports-related subject
• A natural ability to engage and motivate young people
• Confidence, resilience, and a team-player mindset
• A genuine interest in education or future teacher training

Coaching, mentoring, or volunteering experience? Even better, schools love it.

Stand out from the crowd

Schools are increasingly looking for graduates who understand behaviour and student wellbeing. That’s why we offer free Thrive training, giving you practical tools to support students who need a bit of extra guidance. It’s a brilliant boost for your CV and your confidence.

Where could this lead?

Many of our sports graduates go on to:

• Teacher Training
• Cover Supervisor roles
• Teaching Assistant positions
• Long-term or permanent school roles

This isn’t just a job, it’s your first step into a career in education.

Ready to get started?

If you’re keen to swap the sidelines for the classroom and start making an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and let’s get you into a role where you can really grow.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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