Sports Teaching Assistant

Description

Sports Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about inspiring children through sport and physical activity? Join our enthusiastic team at a vibrant school in Southampton and help young learners develop confidence, teamwork, and a love for sport!

Role: Sports Teaching Assistant

Location: Southampton

Working Hours: Full-time (8:30am – 3:30pm)

Start Date: September 2025

About the School & Role:

Located in Southampton, our forward-thinking school promotes active lifestyles and holistic development through sport and PE. The successful Sports Teaching Assistant will support PE lessons, assist with extracurricular activities, and encourage children to participate actively, fostering both physical and social skills in a fun and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Support PE lessons and sports activities

Encourage and motivate pupils to participate and excel

Assist with equipment setup and management

Promote teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence

Support children with varying abilities to engage in physical activity

Help monitor safety and wellbeing during activities

What We’re Looking For:

Passion for sport and physical education

Experience working with children or young people in an educational or sports setting

Enthusiastic, energetic, and motivating personality

Ability to support children of all abilities and backgrounds

Good communication and team-working skills

Enhance DBS on the Update Service

What We Offer:

Ongoing training and development in sports and education

Supportive team environment with a focus on wellbeing

Opportunities to develop coaching or sports leadership skills

A rewarding role where you can inspire children to lead active, healthy lives

About Us:

We are dedicated to supporting schools with enthusiastic and skilled staff to enhance children’s learning experiences. As part of The Edwin Group—recognized in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2025—we foster inclusive, supportive workplaces. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

If you’re ready to make a positive impact through sport and physical activity, apply now!

How to Apply:

If you’re a motivated and energetic Sports Teaching Assistant eager to work in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply via this website or contact us for more information at (phone number removed).

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Ad ID: 5417130932