Sports Teaching Assistant Required
Location: Ellesmere port
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, ongoing (part time hours will be considered)
Exclusive Education is looking to appoint a proactive and enthusiastic Sports Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a challenging behavioural school in Ellesmere port. This role involves assisting with sports and outdoor education activities, helping pupils engage and develop their skills in a supportive environment. The position is full-time and will be to start in September.
The ideal candidate for this Teaching Assistant role will have prior experience working with children and a background in sports or physical activities is highly advantageous.
Key Responsibilities of the Sports Teaching Assistant:
- Support pupils with Special Educational Needs in physical education and outdoor learning activities
- Assist teachers in planning and delivering sports sessions tailored to the needs of the pupils
- Encourage pupil participation and promote positive behaviour during sports and outdoor education
- Help with the setup, supervision, and safe use of sports equipment and outdoor spaces
- Support pupils’ physical, social, and emotional development through structured activities
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals to meet individual pupil needs
- Maintain records of pupil participation and progress in sports activities
- Promote a safe and inclusive environment for all pupils during physical activities
Requirements for the Sports Teaching Assistant role:
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Recent experience working with children within the last two years is essential
- Experience working with pupils with Special Educational Needs
- Excellent knowledge of the curriculum and assessment frameworks
- Ability to provide two professional references from recent roles working with children
- Hold a current DBS registered with the update service or be willing to apply for a new one
What Exclusive Education offers Teaching Assistants:
- Competitive pay rates
- Direct links to local schools
- Dedicated consultants available 24/7 to support your employment needs
- Commitment to quality, safeguarding, and compliance
- Fast and efficient clearance process
If you are interested in this Sports Teaching Assistant role or other teaching and support opportunities, please send your CV to enquiries@exclusiveeducation.co.uk.
If this role doesn’t match your requirements, call us on 01925 594940 to explore other vacancies for Teaching Assistants and educators.
You will be joining a team of education specialists with exclusive focus on the Special Educational Needs sector, supporting Teaching Assistants throughout their careers.
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