Sports Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

First Primary School are looking for a passionate and energetic Sports Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join our team and support the delivery of high-quality physical education and sports across our primary school. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic about sports and physical activity and who enjoys working with children.

Working week

Monday to Friday (term time only) 

37.5 hours per week, 8 am to 4 pm.

Wage 

£7.55 per hour 

Wage rises to National Minimum Wage after 12 months if over 19 years old. 

Qualification 

Teaching Assistant level 3 Sports Pathway

Duration 16 Months 

Training Provider: LMP Education

Duties and Responsibilities 

• To provide high-quality sports coaching before, during and after school to help promote the importance of physical education, school sports and physical activity.


• At times, you may be required to support the school in other areas if necessary and to gain skills across the curriculum.


• Contribute towards competitive sports provision and day-to-day sport within the PE department.


• Further develop links with local schools to help with competitive sport and physical activity provision.


• Increase physical activity levels before, during and after the school day.


• Assist with the improvement of staff development within the area of Physical Education and School Sport.


• To assist the school in its day-to-day duties


• To contribute to the overall ethos, work & aims of the school


• Develop an understanding of policies & procedures, complying with their contents and raising concerns promptly

Organisational Skills:

• Support with the delivery of resources for physical education and sports activities through preparing, maintaining and deploying resources to assist in teaching.


• Assist in ensuring the sports inventory is kept up to date alongside the relevant staff.


• To assist in the teaching of physical education through leading activities with class teachers.


• Contribute to the planning of lessons and work programmes and devising of suitable activities.


• Support the teaching and learning of individuals or groups of pupils, using support strategies to the needs of the pupils and liaising with staff over any issues.


• Assist teachers in the evaluation and revision of lessons and work programmes.


• Promote fair play and good sporting behaviour and implement the school’s behaviour and any related policies.


• Continue to develop and promote physical activity outside of school


• To provide high-quality sports coaching before, during and after school to help promote the importance of physical education, school sports and physical activity.


• At times, you may be required to support the school in other areas if necessary and to gain skills across the curriculum.


• Contribute towards competitive sports provision and day-to-day sport within the PE department.


• Further, develop links with local schools to help with competitive sport and physical activity provision.

Skills and Attributes 

• Passion for Sports: A keen interest in a range of sports and physical education activities.


• Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate students.


• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, staff, and students.


•  Initiative: Willingness to take on tasks independently and proactively.


• Commitment to Learning: Enthusiasm to complete the apprenticeship program and continuously develop personal skills and knowledge.

Education and Qualification 

Maths and English at GCSE level A-C (4-9) or functional skills equivalent.

About the employer

Firs Primary School is a proud member of Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust, dedicated to providing an inclusive, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for all pupils. We are a large, friendly school serving a vibrant and diverse community in the Bromford and Hodge Hill Ward. As a passionate Rights Respecting School, the rights of all children to make a positive future contribution to society are respected by prioritising learning. We challenge pupils to be the best they can be.

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