Sports Coach / Teaching Assistant

TimePlan Education; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking passionate Sports Coaches / Teaching Assistants for schools across Bedfordshire. This role allows individuals to inspire young people through sports, with opportunities in mainstream and SEN settings. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a supportive approach, making a positive impact in the classroom. Flexible work options are available, alongside ongoing training and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing training and career development

Supportive, welcoming school environments

Flexible, full-time, and part-time roles available

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in a school, sports, or youth setting.
• A calm, supportive presence with confidence to manage behavior positively.
• A proactive, hands-on approach to learning and support.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering activities including physical education.
• Engage students through physical activity and structured routines.
• Provide tailored support for students with additional needs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Resilience

Teamwork

Leadership

Job description

Sports Coach / Teaching Assistant - Bedfordshire Schools

Are you passionate about sports and inspiring young people? Do you thrive in active, energetic environments where every day brings something new? We're looking for enthusiastic and confident individuals with a background in sports coaching to join our fantastic schools across Bedfordshire

Whether you have experience in mainstream or SEN settings-or are just starting your journey in education-your skills are highly transferable. From teamwork and leadership to patience and resilience, sports coaching builds the foundation for a successful role in the classroom.

What you'll bring:

• A proactive, hands-on approach to learning and support

• The ability to engage students through physical activity and structured routines

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience working with children or young people in a school, sports, or youth setting

• A calm, supportive presence and the confidence to manage behaviour positively

You'll be supporting teachers in delivering a wide range of activities, including physical education, classroom learning, and tailored support for students with additional needs. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being active, building relationships, and making a positive difference every day.

Why join us?

• Opportunities in both mainstream and SEN schools

• Flexible, full-time, and part-time roles available

• Ongoing training and career development

• Supportive, welcoming school environments

If you're reliable, motivated, and ready to take the next step in your education career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the future-on and off the pitch!

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