Education Sports Assistant

TeacherActive; Swansea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a Sports-Minded Teaching Assistant to inspire students in Swansea's schools. Ideal candidates should be passionate about sports and have experience working with youth. The role offers flexibility, competitive daily rates, and a supportive work environment through a dedicated consultant.

Benefits

24/7 support from your dedicated consultant

Flexible working to suit your training or lifestyle

Market-leading weekly pay

Access to CPD via My-Progression platform

£100 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in school or sports coaching.
• A background in fitness or active engagement is preferred.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and engage pupils in various sports activities.
• Assist teachers in classroom settings and sports events.
• Provide support and encouragement to students.

Skills

Experience working with children

Background in sports

Ability to motivate and connect

Job description

Wales / Temporary / £83.14 - 100.00 per day

Job Title: Sports-Minded Teaching Assistant

Start Date: Immediate

Are you passionate about sport and ready to inspire the next generation?

Fresh out of university or looking to bring your coaching skills into the classroom?

Want to channel your energy and leadership into a flexible and rewarding school role?

At TeacherActive, we’re proud to be the go-to supply agency in South Wales, and we’re on the lookout for sporty, energetic, and driven Teaching Assistants ready to make a difference in Swansea’s Primary and Secondary schools. Whether you’ve got a background in PE, sports coaching, or you're just mad about movement and motivation, this is your chance to bring that passion into schools and inspire pupils both in and out of the classroom. We offer daily supply, long-term roles, or permanent placements – the perfect match for your skills.

Benefits include:

• 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant
• Flexible working to suit your training or lifestyle
• Market-leading weekly pay (PAYE only – no umbrella or hidden fees!)
• Access to CPD via our exclusive My-Progression platform
• £100 referral bonus when you recommend a friend*

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people (school, sports coaching, etc.)
• A background in sports, coaching, fitness, or active engagement
• A can-do attitude and ability to motivate and connect with pupils
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Turn your sporting spirit into classroom success!

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks, and the provision of professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and offer a wide range of opportunities in schools and educational institutions, with good pay rates and flexible timings.

Our standards are exceptional, and we are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

Register with TeacherActive or learn more about our services.