Job Description

The Gower School are looking to appoint a highly motivated, dedicated and enthusiastic Games and PE Teaching Assistant with experience of dealing with children within an educational setting to complement our sports department in our 'Outstanding' primary school.

Working hours:

Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm for 48 weeks of the year.

Start:

September 2025 or as soon as possible, this is a permanent position.

Starting salary:

25,000 dependant on qualifications and experience and will be discussed at interview stage

The key responsibilities are:

Accompany pupils to fixtures, tournaments and sporting events. Contribute to the organisation of equipment, resources and displays to support the smooth running of the department. Build positive relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and encouraging participation in both curriculum and extra-curricular activities. Assist in planning and delivering engaging, sports sessions that cater to the diverse abilities of students. Maintain a safe and supportive environment during all sports sessions and fixtures. To attend relevant departmental and whole school INSET sessions. To support the Sports Department as required.

Person specification

Our ideal candidate will be sensitive, flexible, talented and passionate with a good team spirit. You will support the delivery of sport and PE, using sport to encourage confidence, enjoyment, and social skills as part of the students' development. Experience in a physical education or PE Teaching Assistant role, particularly in an educational setting, is preferred. Relevant qualifications in PE and sports, such as a Level 2 or 3 Coaching Certification, are desirable.

Employee benefits are a part of our reward strategy, therefore our staff members enjoy a range of perks such as:

Competitive salaries Generous holiday allowance Annual salary reviews In house training and external training as part of career development Career progression opportunity Pension Scheme Free hot lunch prepared by our cook on the premises every day Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes Season ticket travel loans Social Events

Employee Assistance Programme

We value our employees, and now more than ever, we are committed to supporting their wellbeing. That's why we have teamed up with Health Assured to offer an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to our entire staff.

This is a confidential service to help our employees manage personal and professional challenges, and get access to expert advice and compassionate guidance 24/7 - including counselling for emotional problems, legal information, bereavement support, medical information and online self-help tools. The service is supported by exclusive resources, such as a virtual library of wellbeing information, plus a members-only app designed to improve mental and physical health.

In these uncertain times, The Gower School is proud to offer EAP to our entire team, alongside a thriving workplace culture that encourages everyone to deliver their best work.

To learn more about us and what we do at The Gower School, feel free to visit our website https://www.thegowerschool.co.uk or take a look at our Facebook page: http://bit.ly/TheGowerSchoolFB

If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch with us. We are happy to answer them!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to have a clear DBS check. External candidates will need to provide two references from previous employers.

Salary is competitive and dependent on experience and qualifications and will be discussed at the interview stage. A warm welcome and a cup of coffee is guaranteed!

Would you like to be a part of a friendly team? Apply Now!

Please send your CV in the first instance to Lucille Laudat

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: From 25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person