Sports Assistant

Vision for Education -Southampton; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in Southampton is seeking a passionate Sports Teaching Assistant to inspire children through sport and physical activity. This role involves supporting PE lessons, encouraging participation, and fostering teamwork and confidence among pupils. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children, good communication skills, and a vibrant personality. The position is full-time and offers opportunities for ongoing training and development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Opportunities to develop coaching skills

Qualifications

• Experience in educational or sports settings is preferred.
• Ability to inspire and motivate children.
• Enhance DBS on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Support PE lessons and sports activities.
• Encourage and motivate pupils to participate.
• Assist with equipment setup and management.
• Promote teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Help monitor safety during activities.

Skills

Passion for sport and physical education

Experience working with children or young people

Good communication skills

Team-working skills

Ability to support children of all abilities

Job description

Sports Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about inspiring children through sport and physical activity? Join our enthusiastic team at a vibrant school in Southampton and help young learners develop confidence, teamwork, and a love for sport!

Role Details

• Location: Southampton
• Working Hours: Full-time (8:30am – 3:30pm)
• Start Date: January 2026

About the School & Role

Located in Southampton, our forward-thinking school promotes active lifestyles and holistic development through sport and PE. The successful Sports Teaching Assistant will support PE lessons, assist with extracurricular activities, and encourage children to participate actively, fostering both physical and social skills in a fun and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support PE lessons and sports activities
• Encourage and motivate pupils to participate and excel
• Assist with equipment setup and management
• Promote teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence
• Support children with varying abilities to engage in physical activity
• Help monitor safety and wellbeing during activities

What We’re Looking For

• Passion for sport and physical education
• Experience working with children or young people in an educational or sports setting
• Enthusiastic, energetic, and motivating personality
• Ability to support children of all abilities and backgrounds
• Good communication and team‑working skills
• Enhance DBS on the Update Service

What We Offer

• Ongoing training and development in sports and education
• Supportive team environment with a focus on wellbeing
• Opportunities to develop coaching or sports leadership skills
• A rewarding role where you can inspire children to lead active, healthy lives

About Us

We are dedicated to supporting schools with enthusiastic and skilled staff to enhance children’s learning experiences. As part of The Edwin Group—recognized in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2025—we foster inclusive, supportive workplaces. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

If you’re ready to make a positive impact through sport and physical activity, apply now!

How to Apply

If you’re a motivated and energetic Sports Teaching Assistant eager to work in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply via this website or contact us for more information at (phone number removed).

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