Sporty Teaching Assistants needed

Teacheractive Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational agency in the UK seeks a passionate Sporty Teaching Assistant to support children in Swansea’s Primary and Secondary schools. This role involves inspiring pupils through sport-inspired activities. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children and a background in sports or coaching. Competitive pay and flexible hours are offered.

Benefits

24/7 support from your consultant

Flexible working hours

Market-leading weekly pay

Access to CPD opportunities

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in school, sports club, or camp settings.
• Willingness to get an Enhanced DBS check.
• Ability to engage young people through sport.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils through sport-inspired learning activities.
• Motivate and engage pupils in classroom sessions.
• Adapt to flexible placements in schools.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Background in sports or coaching

Ability to motivate and connect

Can-do attitude

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Sporty Teaching Assistant

Location: Swansea (and surrounding areas)

Start Date: Immediate

Salary: £82.14 p/d - PAYE

Are you passionate about sport and ready to inspire the next generation?

Do you have previous classroom / coaching / child-facing experience?

Want to channel your energy and leadership into a flexible and rewarding school role?

We’ve got you covered!

At TeacherActive, we’re proud to be the go-to supply agency in South Wales, and we’re on the lookout for sporty, energetic, and driven Teaching Assistants ready to make a difference in Swansea’s Primary and Secondary schools. Whether you’ve got a background in PE, sports coaching, or you’re just mad about movement and motivation, this is your chance to bring that passion into schools and inspire pupils both in and out of the classroom. Daily supply, long-term roles, or permanent placements – we’ve got the perfect match for your skills.

What you’ll do

Support pupils through sport-inspired learning and movement activities in Swansea’s Primary and Secondary schools. Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment by motivating and engaging pupils during classroom sessions and practical activities. Adapt to flexible placements, including daily supply, long-term roles, or permanent positions, to suit your skills and availability.

What you’ll need

• Experience working with children or young people (school, sports club, camp, etc.)
• A background in sports, coaching, fitness, or active engagement
• A can-do attitude and ability to motivate and connect with pupils
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to get one)

Benefits

• 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant
• Flexible working to suit your training or lifestyle
• Market-leading weekly pay (PAYE only – no umbrella or hidden fees!)
• Access to CPD via our exclusive My-Progression platform
• £100 referral bonus when you recommend a friend*

How to apply

Click APPLY NOW and one of our team will be in touch.

Email: [e-mail]

Call: 01792 717477

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.