Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Sport and Targeted Pupil Support)

Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Sport and Targeted Pupil Support)

Salary: SO1, £36,196.06

Hours of work: Full Time (36 hours ) considered - Term Time Only

Contract Term: Permanent

Closing Date: Friday 13th March 1:00pm

Interviews: Monday 16th March 2026

Start date : Monday 13th April 2026

We are looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to independently plan and deliver high-quality PE provision across the school and lead school sport, including participation in borough-wide competitions. The post holder will also plan and deliver targeted learning mentor interventions at designated times to support identified pupils' social, emotional, behavioural, and learning needs.

Key Responsibilities include:

• PE Teaching and Sports Leadership
• Plan, deliver, and evaluate PE lessons independently for whole classes, ensuring progression, inclusion, and high levels of pupil engagement.
• Take responsibility for behaviour management, pupil safety, and safeguarding during PE lessons and sporting activities.
• Lead the organisation, training, and management of school sports teams, including football teams.
• Organise, coordinate, and run participation in borough-wide sporting competitions, liaising with other schools and external organisers as required.
• Supervise pupils during off-site sporting events and competitions, taking responsibility for pupil conduct, welfare, and safety.
• Carry out and implement appropriate risk assessments for PE activities and sporting events.
• Maintain accurate records relating to participation, behaviour, and engagement in sport.
• Promote positive attitudes to teamwork, perseverance, aspiration, and healthy lifestyles, acting as a positive role model.

This is a blended role, and the balance of duties will be determined by the needs of the school.

For any further queries please contact Luke Patterson on or via email on .

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty.

As a school, we embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential selection criteria.

In line with our safeguarding practices, we are unable to accept CV's.