Teaching Assistant- Sport graduate opportunity

Prospero Teaching; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider is looking for a Sports Coach to work at a primary school in Trafford. This role involves assisting teachers with PE, providing academic support, and ensuring a nurturing environment for children, particularly those with special educational needs.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate should have experience caring for children with additional needs.
• Demonstrates nurturing qualities necessary for working with SEN children.
• Possessing a Teaching Assistant qualification preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting teachers in PE & outdoor activities, horticulture, and class excursions.
• Providing tailored support to children and SEN students.
• Creating a safe, engaging environment for learning.

Skills

Nurturing qualities

Experience with SEN children

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Sport Graduate Opportunity, Manchester

Prospero Teaching is recruiting for a Sports Coach to work at a primary school in Trafford.

The role involves assisting teachers in PE & outdoor activities, horticulture, and class excursions. Responsibilities include taking small groups, planning sessions, and supporting students within classroom settings. The ideal candidate should be confident, dedicated, and experienced in working with children.

The role includes:

1. Providing tailored support to children and SEN students
2. Creating a safe, engaging environment for children to learn and succeed
3. Offering academic support on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
4. Assisting the teacher

The ideal candidate:

• Demonstrates nurturing qualities necessary for working with SEN children
• Has previous experience caring for children with additional needs
• Possesses a Teaching Assistant qualification (preferred but not essential)

Position Details:

• Location: Trafford
• Position: School Sports Coach
• Contract Type: Contract
• Pay: Minimum daily rate under Umbrella
• Hours: Term time only, Monday – Friday
• Start Date: September 2025