PE Specialist ECT / HLTA

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Halewood, Liverpool, is seeking a PE Specialist ECT/HLTA for a full-time, long-term role starting January 2027. ECTs earn £120-£140 per day; qualified HLTA earns £100-£108 per day (DOE). The position focuses on delivering PE and supporting learning across the primary setting.

The successful candidate will have a PE specialism or relevant degree, hold HLTA status or be an ECT, and be passionate about promoting healthy lifestyles and teamwork among pupils.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified HLTA status or is an Early Career Teacher (ECT).
• PE specialism, sports coaching background or relevant degree.
• Confidently engage and motivate pupils through sport and physical activity.
• Strong classroom presence and behaviour management skills.
• Adaptable, enthusiastic and keen to join the wider school community.
• Genuine commitment to helping children succeed academically and personally.

Responsibilities

• Leading PE lessons and sporting activities across the primary age range.
• Delivering pre-planned lessons and providing classroom cover when required.
• Encouraging participation, teamwork and positive learning behaviours.
• Supporting pupils of all abilities, including those with additional learning needs.
• Working closely with teachers and school leaders to provide high-quality learning experiences.
• Contributing to extracurricular sport and school activities where appropriate.

Skills

PE specialist

Sport coaching

Engage pupils

Classroom presence

Education

HLTA or ECT

Job description

PE Specialist ECT / HLTA

Halewood, Liverpool
ECT: £120 - £140 per day (DOE)
Qualified HLTA: £100 - £108 per day
Full-Time | Long-Term Position
Start Date: January 2027

Are you a passionate educator with a strong background in PE, sport or physical activity? A well-regarded primary school in the Halewood area is seeking a talented ECT or Qualified HLTA to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis from January.

This varied role would suit someone who is keen to use their PE expertise to engage pupils across the school while also supporting wider teaching and learning. You'll have the opportunity to deliver high-energy PE sessions, cover lessons where required and play an active role in promoting healthy lifestyles, confidence and teamwork amongst pupils.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading PE lessons and sporting activities across the primary age range
• Delivering pre-planned lessons and providing classroom cover when required
• Encouraging participation, teamwork and positive learning behaviours
• Supporting pupils of all abilities, including those with additional learning needs
• Working closely with teachers and school leaders to provide high-quality learning experiences
• Contributing to extracurricular sport and school activities where appropriate

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Holds Qualified HLTA status or is an Early Career Teacher (ECT)
• Has a PE specialism, sports coaching background or relevant degree
• Can confidently engage and motivate pupils through sport and physical activity
• Demonstrates strong classroom presence and behaviour management skills
• Is adaptable, enthusiastic and keen to become part of the wider school community
• Has a genuine commitment to helping children succeed both academically and personally

Why You'll Love This Role

• Long-term, full-time position offering consistency and stability
• Opportunity to focus on a PE specialism within a primary setting
• Supportive leadership team and welcoming staff
• Excellent experience for ECTs looking to broaden their school-based experience
• Chance to make a lasting impact on pupils' wellbeing, confidence and development

Easily Accessible From

The school is conveniently located for candidates travelling from:

• Halewood
• Huyton
• Belle Vale
• Gateacre
• Woolton
• Hunts Cross
• Prescot

With good public transport routes and onsite parking available, the school is easily reached from across South Liverpool and surrounding areas.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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