Sports Coach / Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated educational organization in Bury St Edmunds is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant / Sports Coach. The role involves supporting teachers in lesson delivery, coaching sports sessions, and fostering teamwork among students. Ideal candidates will have experience with children, strong communication skills, and a love for sports. This position offers competitive pay and flexible hours, providing a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on young lives.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Flexible working hours

Ongoing support and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is preferred.
• Strong passion for sports is essential.
• Excellent communication skills for working with students.

Responsibilities

• Support the classroom teacher with lesson delivery.
• Assist students in PE activities.
• Organize and coach sports sessions and extracurricular activities.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback.

Skills

Previous experience working with children or young people

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

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Teaching Assistant / Sports Coach

Location: Bury St Edmunds

Company: TeacherActive

Are you passionate about supporting students and inspiring young minds? Do you have a love for sports and physical activity? TeacherActive is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant / Sports Coach to join our team in Bury St Edmunds!

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

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.