PE Apprentice - Level 3

Advantage Schools; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Dunstable is seeking an enthusiastic PE Apprentice to join their team. This role focuses on engaging students in sports and essential day-to-day support within the school. The successful candidate will benefit from invaluable experience while working towards a career in physical education. Responsibilities include setting up sports equipment, assisting with lessons, and supporting extracurricular activities. This fixed-term, full-time position offers a starting salary of £7.55 per hour during the apprenticeship, transitioning to up to £12.21 per hour based on age.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at grades A*-C/9-4 in Maths and English are required.
• Previous experience in coaching or working with primary school children is necessary.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team are required.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and students during practical work and set up demonstrations.
• Assist with overseeing small groups of students during practical tasks.
• Prepare equipment and materials for lessons.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organization

IT literacy

Leadership skills

Flexibility

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (A*-C/9-4)

Job description

PE Apprentice – Level 3

The Vale Academy is on an exciting journey of development as we strive to improve educational outcomes for our pupils. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed PE Apprentice to join our team and play a key role in our busy school environment. In everything we do, we aim to create a positive and safe environment to foster success and impact our students’ lives.

The role of a PE Apprentice is truly instrumental; it is their ability, skillset, knowledge, and enthusiasm that determines the success of the children they teach. Therefore, we are looking for an excellent apprentice who knows how to enthuse and connect with children to ensure our pupils have the best possible chance to thrive. This role is suitable for those wanting to progress to a PE Teacher, Primary School Teacher, or Teaching Assistant.

Roles and responsibilities

• Supporting teachers and students during practical work, including setting up demonstrations and equipment, and guiding pupils in the development of their tasks while ensuring safe operation.
• Assisting with overseeing the work of small groups of students engaged in practical tasks, as requested by the PE coordinator/lead and under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Day‑to‑day support of lessons, including preparing equipment, materials and teaching aids.
• Supporting efficient organisation of work and storage areas and ensuring the cleanliness, safety and security of these areas at all times.
• Assisting with the delivery of extra‑curriculum/lunchtime activities.
• Supporting classroom activities in the morning.
• Providing support staff with equipment, materials and room preparation, such as setting out equipment, organising team kits and transporting fixtures and curriculum activities.
• Working as a team member within the school and gaining invaluable experience.

Candidate attributes and qualifications

• GCSEs at grades A*-C/9-4 (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Previous experience in coaching/working with primary school aged children.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a busy school environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• IT literate.
• Well organised, self‑motivated, and fully committed to the role.
• Leadership skills and ability to use initiative.
• The enthusiasm and creativity to inspire young people to get involved in PE and School Sport.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the day as part of a team.

Job Specifics

• Start date: ASAP.
• Salary: National minimum apprenticeship wage, £7.55 per hour for the first 12 months, then £10 – £12.21 per hour dependent on age.
• Contract: Fixed‑Term, Full‑time, 15‑month contract, 30 hrs per week, Monday to Friday (timings to be confirmed), 52 weeks plus inset days, Sporting Futures Apprenticeships.

The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the deadline date.

Safeguarding

We believe in safeguarding and the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this view. The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Safeguarding is defined as protecting children from maltreatment; preventing impairment of children’s health or development; ensuring that children grow up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care; and taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes.

We are an equal opportunities employer.