Location: Trivandrum, Kerala
Engagement Type: On-Call / As-and-When-Required
Nature of Role: Substitute Trainer – Not a Full-Time Position

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable and qualified Substitute / Relief Sports Trainer in Trivandrum to support our school sports programmes.

The trainer will be called upon only when one of our existing trainers is unavailable due to leave, illness, emergency, or other unforeseen circumstances. The role does not require a fixed daily schedule or full-time commitment.

The selected candidate should be comfortable stepping into an ongoing sports programme at short notice and delivering sessions according to the existing programme plan and standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct sports and physical education sessions at schools or assigned sports facilities when a regular trainer is absent.
- Take over sessions smoothly and maintain continuity of the existing training programme.
- Follow the session plans, curriculum, rules, safety protocols, and standards prescribed by Aacharya Sports.
- Ensure students remain engaged, disciplined, and actively involved throughout the session.
- Maintain a safe and positive sporting environment for all students.
- Handle basic equipment responsibly and ensure equipment is used safely.
- Coordinate with the school's designated contact person and Aacharya Sports coordinator when required.
- Provide brief feedback on the sessions conducted, student participation, and any relevant observations.
- Be available to accept assignments based on personal availability.
- Maintain professional conduct and represent Aacharya Sports appropriately while working at partner schools.

Candidate ProfileEssential Requirements

- Prior experience in sports coaching, physical education, fitness training, or school sports.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage school-age children effectively.
- Professional, punctual, and dependable.
- Willingness to travel to different schools/locations within Trivandrum as required.




- Ability to step in at relatively short notice when a replacement is required.
- Should be comfortable working independently and taking responsibility for a session.

Preferred Qualifications

- Degree/Diploma in Physical Education, Sports Science, Sports Coaching, or a related field.
- Certification in coaching or training in one or more sports.
- Experience working with schools and children.
- First Aid/CPR certification would be an advantage.
- Candidates with experience in multiple sports will be preferred.

Nature of Engagement

This is not a full-time or fixed-hours position.

The trainer will be maintained as part of Aacharya Sports' Trivandrum Substitute Trainer Pool and will be contacted whenever a regular trainer is unavailable.

- Assignments will be offered based on requirement and the trainer's availability.
- There is no guarantee of a fixed number of working days per month.
- Payment will be made per session/day actually assigned and completed.
- The trainer may accept or decline assignments based on availability, subject to reasonable advance notice wherever possible.
- Preference will be given to trainers who demonstrate high reliability and are able to respond to short-notice requirements.

Key Attributes We Are Looking For

Reliability | Punctuality | Flexibility | Sports Knowledge | Child Management | Communication | Professionalism

The most important requirement is dependability. When a replacement trainer is called, the expectation is that the trainer will report on time, take charge of the session confidently, and ensure that the school's programme is not disrupted.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may share their:

- Updated CV
- Sports/coaching qualifications
- Areas of sports expertise
- Previous school/coaching experience
- Current location in Trivandrum
- Availability and preferred days/times
- Expected per-session/per-day remuneration
- Contact details

Subject: Application – Substitute / Relief Sports Trainer – Trivandrum

Pay: ₹1,000.00 - ₹1,200.00 per day

Advantages:

- Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

📌 Substitute / Relief Sports Trainer (India)
🏢 Aacharya Sports Education and Training
📍 India