PE Supply Teacher - South Manchester


Company:	senploy
Salary:	£140 to £190 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	M2 5PE
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	21 Oct 2026
Closing date:	17 Nov 2026

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Summary

Location: South Manchester

Start Date: ASAP

Role: Day-to-day and short-term supply, with potential for longer-term opportunities

Pay: £140-£190 per day, depending on experience

Cover People are recruiting enthusiastic PE Teachers to work across secondary schools in South Manchester.

These opportunities are mainly day-to-day and short-term cover, providing flexibility for teachers looking for varied work across different schools. Longer-term placements may also become available where schools need ongoing PE teaching support.

We're keen to hear from teachers who can deliver engaging practical lessons, motivate pupils of different abilities and promote participation in physical activity.

You will deliver PE lessons and help pupils develop their physical skills, confidence and understanding of sport and fitness.

Depending on the school and assignment, responsibilities may include:

Teaching PE across KS3 and KS4.

Delivering practical lessons covering a range of sports and physical activities.

Following school schemes of work and lesson plans.

Organising drills, games and activities that encourage participation.

Promoting teamwork, sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles.

Managing behaviour and maintaining clear expectations during practical lessons.

Adapting activities to accommodate different abilities and needs.

Ensuring pupils follow appropriate health and safety procedures.

Supporting pupils' progress and providing feedback where appropriate.

Working with school staff to maintain continuity of learning.

We're looking for confident and adaptable PE Teachers who can engage pupils and manage lessons effectively in different school environments.

You should have:

QTS or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification.

Experience teaching PE at secondary level.

Good knowledge of a range of sports and physical activities.

Strong behaviour-management and class-control skills.

The ability to organise safe, engaging practical lessons.

Good communication and teamwork skills.

A flexible, reliable and professional approach.

A genuine commitment to encouraging pupils' participation and development.

Both Early Career Teachers and experienced PE Teachers are encouraged to apply.

Primarily day-to-day and short-term supply bookings

Potential for longer-term teaching opportunities

Secondary schools across South Manchester

£140-£190 per day, depending on experience

Flexible work to suit your availability

Opportunity to work across different school settings

Ongoing support from your Cover People consultant

If you're a PE Teacher looking for flexible supply work across South Manchester, with the potential for longer-term placements, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Cover People for more information.

All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of these schools. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures in line with statutory guidance, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Cover People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

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