Sports Assistant

Step Teachers; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is looking for a Sports Assistant to support autistic students in a secondary school. The role includes running PE activities and helping with positive behaviours. Candidates should have a passion for sports and working with young people. The position offers £100-£115 per day with perks including access to specialist training and consultant support.

Benefits

Equal pay with permanent staff after 13 weeks

Access to FREE specialist CPD and training

24/7 GP access

Wellbeing support

Lifestyle discounts

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Qualifications

• At least 3 months' experience supporting young people.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Support PE lessons and run activities.
• Help with behaviour and encourage positive attitudes through sport.
• Assist with other lessons as needed.

Skills

Patience

Understanding

Can-do attitude

Job description

Overview

Sports Assistant – Secondary School in the High Peak area. This role supports autistic students in a small high school that caters for children with Autism and Social/Emotional needs.

Role: Sports Assistant

Start: ASAP

Pay: £100-£115/day (PAYE, based on experience)

Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4pm

What you'll do

• Support PE lessons and run activities that get students moving, have fun, and feel good about themselves.
• Work in groups or one-to-one, help with behaviour, and encourage positive attitudes through sport.
• Be flexible and assist with other lessons as needed.

Who we're looking for

• Someone who loves sport and enjoys working with young people with additional needs.
• Patience, understanding, and a can-do attitude are essential.
• Experience with autistic students is a plus but not essential.

What you need

• A CV covering your last 10 years
• At least 3 months\' experience supporting young people
• Right to work in the UK
• Photo ID and proof of address
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
• Two recent references
• Passion for helping young people thrive

Benefits

• Equal pay with permanent staff after 13 weeks
• Access to FREE specialist CPD and training tailored to autism education
• Step Perks including 24/7 GP access, wellbeing support, and lifestyle discounts
• Dedicated consultant support with extensive local knowledge
• Refer-a-Friend bonus – earn £100 for successful referrals

Why Step Teachers?

Step Teachers is a teacher recruitment agency serving multiple regions with exclusive relationships with schools and academies. We provide support through a dedicated team in multiple locations and adhere to safeguarding standards.