PE Assistant

Inspired Education Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Pembridge Hall is an independent girls’ preparatory school in Notting Hill. The PE Assistant works under the Head of Sport and PE teachers to support delivery of quality physical education and provide pastoral care for pupils.

The role helps raise achievement and enjoyment of sport. We value dedicated staff who create an inclusive, well-organised classroom, support learners including those with additional needs, supervise breaks and trips, and uphold safeguarding and positive behaviour in a

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school or educational setting.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and professional conduct expectations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Warm, patient, proactive approach with high expectations for pupil behaviour.
• Flexibility and collaboration across classroom activities.
• Ability to support learning in group and one-to-one settings.
• Experience in international or diverse school environment (desirable).
• Additional language skills relevant to the school location (advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in delivering engaging, inclusive lessons.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Assist in creating a stimulating, well-organised classroom environment.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Observe, record, and share student progress with staff.
• Supervise pupils during breaks, lunch, trips and events.
• Assist with learning materials, classroom displays, and resources.
• Contribute to routines, transitions, and day-to-day organisation.
• Uphold safeguarding policies at all times.

Skills

Experience with children

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Job description

PE Assistant

Location: London, GB

Date: 30 Sept 2026

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

Pembridge Hall is an independent girls’ preparatory school (ages 4 – 11) of 463 girls set in a tranquil residential square in Notting Hill. Pembridge prepares its pupils for many of the top day and boarding senior schools in the country and therefore works at a level significantly above National Curriculum expectations. Pembridge Hall places our girls at the heart of everything. By combining traditional values with an innovative education, girls are prepared for life in an ever-evolving world through an ambitious and aspirational prep school experience. Placing emphasis on each girl as an individual, we recognise that happiness, a love of learning and emotional well-being are intrinsic to academic performance. Pembridge Hall girls are nurtured, challenged and empowered to succeed.

The PE Assistant works under the instruction and guidance of both the Head of Sport and also the PE teachers. They support the delivery of quality learning and teaching in Sport, helping to raise standards of achievement and provide pastoral care for pupils. At Pembridge Hall we value our teaching assistants and give them support and assistance so that they may effectively and happily perform their duties.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support class teachers in delivering engaging, inclusive, and child-centred learning experiences.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and support progress.
• Help create and maintain a stimulating, well-organised, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and social development using supportive approaches.
• Assist in observing, recording, and sharing student progress with teaching staff.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs where required.
• Supervise pupils during break times, lunch, school trips, and events.
• Assist with preparation of learning materials, classroom displays, and resources.
• Contribute to classroom routines, transitions, and day-to-day organisation.
• Uphold safeguarding, behaviour, and child protection policies at all times.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Relevant experience working with children, ideally in a school or educational setting.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and professional conduct expectations in schools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents.
• A warm, patient, and proactive approach, with high expectations for pupil behaviour and engagement.
• Flexibility and a collaborative mindset, with willingness to support across a range of classroom and school activities.
• Ability to support learning effectively in both group and one-to-one settings, including behaviour and classroom management.
• Experience in an international or diverse school environment (desirable).
• Additional language skills relevant to the school location (advantageous but not essential).

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.