Job Description

PE Technician

and

School Games Organiser

GTS is ideally looking to appoint a candidate to both roles, however for the right applicants, the roles could be split between two people. Please indicate in your application which role/s you are applying for.

PE Technician to start 1st September 2025

Permanent

14.8 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only plus 5 non-pupil days)

25,992 to 27,711 full time equivalent

13.47 to 14.36 per hour

We are seeking a passionate and organised PE Technician to support our Physical Education department. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery and development of sport and physical activity across the school.

The role involves promoting opportunities both in and out of the curriculum, coordinating fixtures, and liaising with local clubs and coaches to build strong partnerships. You'll also provide vital technical support, ensuring equipment and facilities are maintained, and lead or assist coaching sessions to inspire students.

We're looking for someone enthusiastic about sport, confident working with young people, and ready to take initiative. Previous experience in a school or coaching environment is an advantage.

School Games Organiser (SGO) to start 1st September 2025

Fixed term

22.2 hours per week, 43 weeks per year (term time plus 5 non-pupil days, plus 4 weeks to be worked during the school holidays as agreed)

29,572.00 full time equivalent

15.33 per hour

This role is temporary as linked to funding, which currently runs until April 2026, however this may be extended. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented individual to join a dedicated team of professionals working across North Devon schools The post holder will work with national guidance from Sport England and the Youth Sports Trust, to support all schools in North Devon, by promoting the importance of physical activity and co-ordinating appropriate competitive opportunities to be enjoyed by all young people across Key Stages 2-4.

We are looking for an individual with excellent knowledge of school sport, community sport and sports club structures, ideally with previous experience of planning, coordinating events and organising competitions. The successful candidate will be highly organised with the ability to manage a range of projects at any one time and have good interpersonal skills.

Please download an application pack and application form from the school website. Alternatively, contact the Headteacher's PA, Joanna Pateman, by phone on Ext 230 or e-mail for a pack.

Closing Date: Tuesday 15th 2025 at 9am

Interviews: TBC

Great Torrington School is a successful and popular 11-16 school. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Criminal Record Check. An online check will be performed on shortlisted candidates. We are an equal opportunities employer. A copy of our safeguarding policy can be found here https://gts.devon.sch.uk/policies/

GTS Academy Trust, known as Great Torrington School. A company limited by guarantee,

registered in England and Wales, number 7698197. An exempt charity.

Registered Office: Great Torrington School, Calvesford Road, Great Torrington, Devon, EX38 7DJ

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Pay: 13.47-15.33 per hour

Benefits:

Canteen Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 15/07/2025
Reference ID: 202425
Expected start date: 01/09/2025