Teaching Assistant / Sports Coach

TeacherActive; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in education is seeking a Teaching Assistant / Sports Coach in Chelmsford. The role involves supporting teachers and students in both academic and sports-based activities, promoting physical well-being, and encouraging student engagement. Ideal candidates will have experience with children and a passion for sports. Competitive daily pay rates and flexible hours are offered. This position is a chance to make a positive impact on young lives while enjoying ongoing support and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Flexible working hours

Ongoing support and professional development

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people is preferred.
• Relevant sports coaching qualifications or experience are desirable.
• Ability to adapt to different school environments and age groups.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Experience working with children

Passion for sports and physical education

Excellent communication skills

Proactive and enthusiastic attitude

Ability to adapt to various environments

Tools

Sports coaching qualifications

Job description

Job Title

Teaching Assistant / Sports Coach

Location

Chelmsford, Essex

Company

TeacherActive

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant / Sports Coach, you will work closely with teachers and students across various schools in Chelmsford, 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.

Key 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 are 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 Chelmsford and Essex
• 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.

Equal Opportunities

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer. It operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services. 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 and can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions with good rates of pay at times to suit your needs.