Sports Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment in Whitstable is recruiting a Sports Teaching Assistant to support pupils across primary, secondary and SEN schools in Canterbury. You will assist classroom learning, support PE and lead activities, using sport to build confidence and inclusion.

Ideal candidates have sports coaching or PE backgrounds, or a relevant qualification, and a genuine enthusiasm for helping young people. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for supporting children and young people.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Energetic, proactive and reliable.
• Patience, resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff.

Responsibilities

• Assisting children with learning across a variety of classroom subjects.
• Supporting PE lessons, school sports and active learning sessions.
• Using sport to encourage confidence, participation and positive behaviour.
• Leading or assisting with small group activities and interventions.
• Promoting teamwork, communication and resilience through physical activity.
• Providing additional support for pupils with SEND, SEMH or other learning needs.
• Helping to create an engaging, safe and inclusive learning environment where every child can succeed.

Skills

Sports coaching

Sports Science

Physical Education

Football coaching

Rugby coaching

Cricket coaching

Athletics coaching

Swimming coaching

Dance coaching

Gymnastics coaching

Outdoor education

Education

Sport-related qualification

Job description

Sports Teaching Assistant

Location: Canterbury, Kent and surrounding (Herne Bay, Whitstable, Chilham, Elham plus other local villages)

Pay: £93.00 - £100.00 per day

Start Date: Immediate vacancies available

Contract: Full-time | Long-term opportunities | Monday to Friday

Use Your Sporting Experience to Make a Difference Every Day

Do you thrive in an active environment and enjoy helping others reach their potential? Are you looking for a rewarding role where your coaching, leadership or sporting experience can positively influence young people?

Tradewind Recruitment in Whitstable is recruiting Sports Teaching Assistants to work within a variety of primary, secondary and specialist SEN schools across Canterbury. Schools are looking for motivated individuals who can inspire pupils both inside the classroom and through PE, games, intervention sessions and outdoor activities.

Whether you've worked as a sports coach, fitness instructor, activity leader or have recently completed a sports-related qualification, this is an excellent opportunity to begin or develop a career within education.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assisting children with their learning across a variety of classroom subjects.
• Supporting PE lessons, school sports and active learning sessions.
• Using sport to encourage confidence, participation and positive behaviour.
• Leading or assisting with small group activities and interventions.
• Promoting teamwork, communication and resilience through physical activity.
• Providing additional support for pupils with SEND, SEMH or other learning needs.
• Helping to create an engaging, safe and inclusive learning environment where every child can succeed.

Who We're Looking For

This role would suit candidates from backgrounds such as:

• Sports coaching.
• Sports Science, Physical Education or Coaching graduates.
• Personal training and the fitness industry.
• Football, rugby, cricket, athletics, swimming, dance or gymnastics coaching.
• Outdoor education or activity centres.
• Holiday clubs and youth organisations.
• Community sports programmes or mentoring.

Essential Qualities

• A genuine enthusiasm for supporting children and young people.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, energetic and reliable approach.
• Patience, resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Confidence working collaboratively with teaching staff.
• Full-time availability during the school week.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment

Immediate placements available across schools throughout Canterbury. Competitive daily rates with weekly PAYE pay. Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent school positions.

Looking to move into education? If you have transferable skills but little or no classroom experience, Tradewind's Teaching Assistant School Programme will provide specialist pre-placement training. The programme covers key areas including safeguarding, behaviour management, SEND, classroom expectations and practical strategies to help you begin your role with confidence.

FREE unlimited access to more than 2,500 CPD courses through The National College.

Personal support from an experienced local consultant throughout your assignment.

If you're passionate about helping young people develop confidence, resilience and a love of learning through sport, we'd love to hear from you.