PE Apprenticeship Technician

South Downs Education Trust; Worthing; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time for online course study

Friendly and supportive environment

Free well-being and medical cover

Free fitness suite access

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

South Downs Education Trust is seeking an Apprentice PE Technician at Worthing High School. The role will support PE staff and pupils, with responsibilities including equipment preparation, resource maintenance, and occasional lesson coverage.

The position is a fixed-term contract for 12 months, 37 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with some evenings and weekend open days possible. Initial training to Level 4 School Sports Coach Apprenticeship Standard or equivalent is expected, with GCSE English

Qualifications

• Prepared to study Level 4 School Sports Coach Apprenticeship Standard or equivalent
• GCSE in English and Maths (essential)
• Competent level of numeracy and literacy (essential)
• Experience of working in a school (desirable)
• Experience of working with young people (desirable)
• Basic Knowledge/skills in PE (essential)
• Computer literate (essential)
• Strong organisational and administrative skills essential
• Experience and knowledge of resources used in PE and school sport (desirable)
• Due to guidelines surrounding apprenticeships, we cannot usually accept applications from those with a degree or degree-level qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide general support to staff and pupils within PE, including preparation and maintenance of resources and equipment
• Occasionally cover a PE/PA lesson when staff are absent
• Assist with displays and administrative tasks
• Prepare PE equipment/resources/materials to staff requirements within strict timescales
• Monitor stock and supplies and maintain records
• Safely use PE equipment and report damages as appropriate
• Provide pupil support to access learning activities as directed by the teacher
• Provide cover for PE/PA staff when absent and ensure lesson objectives are met
• Assist with supervision of pupils during extracurricular activities and clubs
• Contribute to learning programmes aligned with the National Curriculum

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Numeracy

Literacy

PE knowledge

Computer literacy

Organisational skills

School experience

Experience with pupils

Level 4 Apprenticeship path

Education

Level 4 School Sports Coach Apprenticeship Standard or equivalent

GCSE English and Maths

Tools

Office IT skills

Job description

Job description

Apprentice PE Technician

NJC Grade 2-3 point 3-4: £24,796-£25,185 FTE

Actual salary at 37 hours per week: £21,363 -

£21,698 pro rata

Worthing High School

Fixed term contract (12 months)

Term time only plus Inset days. Full time, 37 hours per week. Monday-Fridays. Requiring flexibility to work some evenings and occasional weekend day for open days.

Accountability Reports to Marie Field - Head of PE

Role description

The primary role is to provide general support to the staff and pupils within PE,

including preparation and maintenance of resources and equipment under the

instruction of senior staff. Additionally there will be occasions, when PE/PA staff are

absent, that you will cover a lessons. Other duties may include exam invigilation

and administrative tasks such as assisting with displays.

Qualifications and Experience

Prepared to study to Level 4 School Sports Coach Apprenticeship Standard or

equivalent

GCSE in English and Maths (essential)

Competent level of numeracy and literacy (essential)

Experience of working in a school (desirable)

Experience of working with young people (desirable)

Basic Knowledge/skills in PE (essential)

Computer literate (essential)

Strong organisational and administrative skills essential)

Experience and knowledge of resources used in PE and school sport (desirable) Due

to guidelines surrounding apprenticeships, we cannot usually accept applications

from those with a degree or degree-level qualification.

For an initial discussion or for further information, please contact Elena Elsam,

Director of People on [e-mail]

To prepare PE equipment/resources/materials as required by staff within strict timescalesTo create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and productive working environment forthe teacherTo monitor stock and supplies, cataloguing as required

To ensure the maintenance of PE equipment, checking for quality and safety, undertakingrepairs/modifications within own capabilities and reporting other damages as appropriate

To support pupils in accessing learning activities as directed by the teacher

To provide cover for PE/PA staff when absent - ensuring that the pre-prepared lessonobjectives are met and that the work set is completedTo ensure pupils adhere to health and safety regulations and instructions Toassist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, for example: duringextracurricular activities and clubsTo implement structured learning activities/teaching programmes in line with the

National Curriculum, under the direction of the teacher

To demonstrate, and assist others in the safe and effective use of PEequipment/materialsTo provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement

To administer routine tests, operate as scribe and invigilate exams and undertakeroutine marking of pupils' work To maintain records as requestedTo provide clerical and administration support to the teacher, such as typing, printing,photocopying and display work. To participate in meetings as required. The list ofduties in the job description should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. Therewill be other duties and requirements associated with the job and, in addition, as a term

of employment the roleholder may be required to undertake various other duties as mayreasonably be required.The school reserves the right to update the job description, from time to time, to reflect

changes in, or to, the job.

What We Offer

The opportunity to gain a qualification and experience in an innovative and

forward-thinking school

Paid time as agreed to attend the online course study time required for your

course

A friendly and supportive environment

The opportunity to work with well-motivated students and supportive parents

Free well-being and medical support cover

Free use of our fitness suite

The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of staff and students.

Competitive salary package and benefits aligned with sector standards.

The chance to work in a DfE Attendance and Behaviour Hub Lead school.

Key Responsibilities

Personal Qualities

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Proactive and helpful attitude towards staff, students and parents

Self-motivated

Reliable, punctual, and committed to high standards of work

Well organized

Good IT skills

Good interpersonal skills with adults and students

Values and Professional Conduct

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion

Respect for confidentiality and professional boundaries

Alignment with the school’s ethos and values

Willingness to engage in training and continuous development

Commitment to providing excellent service to pupils, families, and other staff

Person Specification

South Downs Education Trust (SDET) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children andyoung people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Worthing High School & Clapham and Patching C of E Primary school are part of SDET, which is an academytrust and a charitable company limited by guarantee and registered in England and Wales with companynumber 8276210. The Registered Office is at: South Farm Road, Worthing, West Sussex BN14 7AR

We recognise continuous service from academy/non-academy schools

About usSouth Downs Education Trust (SDET) is a dynamic and growing Multi-Academy Trust

(MAT) committed to delivering exceptional educational outcomes across our schools.

Currently comprising two schools, we have ambitious plans to expand by incorporating

at least two additional schools in the near future. We are seeking a skilled and

proactive People Manager to drive our people strategy and support our growth.

Community – By working as one, we share expertise and achieve more for our

schools.

Resilience – We prioritise the wellbeing of students and staff, fostering a culture of

care, balance, and strength.

Integrity – We act with honesty and stay true to our values in all that we do.

Respect – We celebrate individuality and encourage everyone to bring their unique

strengths and perspectives.

Excellence – We are committed to delivering the very highest standards in

education.

WelcomeThank you for your interest in joining Worthing High School. As Acting Headteacher, I

am proud to lead a vibrant, inclusive and ambitious community where every student is

supported to achieve their very best.

At Worthing High School, we believe in high standards, mutual respect and a

relentless focus on both academic excellence and personal development. Our

dedicated staff team works collaboratively to provide a rich curriculum, a wide range

of opportunities beyond the classroom and a culture where wellbeing is valued for

both students and colleagues alike.

We are a school rooted in strong values: Community, Resilience, Integrity,

Respect and Excellence and these principles guide everything we do. We are

committed to developing both our students and our staff, offering professional growth,

trust and the chance to make a lasting impact.

I hope this pack gives you a clear sense of our vision and ethos. We look forward to

welcoming talented, motivated professionals who share our commitment to making

Worthing High School the very best it can be for every student.

Warm regards

Alex Simpson

Headteacher

Worthing High School

Warm regards

Pan Panayiotou

Chief Executive Officer South Downs Education Trust