Sports Coach / Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is seeking a Teaching Assistant/Sports Coach in Mildenhall to support teachers and students in academic and sports-based activities. This role encourages student engagement and promotes a positive learning environment. Candidates should have experience with children, a passion for sports, and the ability to adapt to various school environments. You will be offered competitive pay, flexible hours, and ongoing support. Join us to make a positive impact on young lives.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Flexible working hours

Ongoing support and professional development

Opportunities across various schools

Qualifications

• Preferred previous experience working with children or young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are necessary.
• Relevant sports coaching qualifications or experience are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the classroom teacher with lesson delivery and student supervision.
• Assist students particularly in PE and sports-related activities.
• Organize and coach sports sessions and extracurricular activities.

Skills

Experience working with children

Passion for sports and physical education

Communication skills

Reliable and proactive attitude

Ability to adapt to different environments

Sports coaching qualifications

Job description

East of England/ permanent / £90 - 105 per day
Job Title: Teaching Assistant / Sports Coach
Location: Mildenhall
Company: TeacherActive

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant / Sports Coach, you will work closely with teachers and students across various schools in Mildenhall, providing support both academically and through sports-based activities. Your role will be to encourage student engagement, promote physical well-being, and help create a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the classroom teacher with lesson delivery and student supervision
• Assisting students with their learning, particularly in PE and sports-related activities
• Organizing and coaching sports sessions and extracurricular activities
• Encouraging teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence among students
• Monitoring student progress and providing feedback to teachers
• Promoting a safe and inclusive environment for all students

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working with children or young people (preferred)
• A passion for sports and physical education
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, proactive, and enthusiastic attitude
• Ability to adapt to different school environments and age groups
• Relevant sports coaching qualifications or experience are desirable

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Flexible working hours to suit your availability
• Ongoing support and professional development
• Opportunities to work across a variety of schools in Bury St Edmunds and Suffolk
• A rewarding role making a positive impact on young lives

If you are passionate about education and sports and want to be part of a dynamic team, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply

Please submit your CV via our website or contact TeacherActive directly to discuss this exciting opportunity.

Join TeacherActive and help shape the future by inspiring students both academically and through sport!

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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