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Sporty Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 13 days ago

Salary: £ 92.95 - 92.95 / Day
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cardiff

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

Are you someone who thrives on energy, movement and motivation? Do you love the idea of combining education with sport and activity to inspire young learners?

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, sporty Teaching Assistant to support a Key Stage 2 class — someone who can bring lessons to life and get pupils excited about being active, engaged, and confident.

This is the perfect role for someone who doesn’t want to sit still all day and is ready to make a real impact both in the classroom and on the playground.

✨ What you’ll be doing:

Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging, high-quality lessons
Leading and encouraging sports, games, and active learning sessions
Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups, both academically and socially
Helping create a fun, safe, and structured environment during break times
Assisting with classroom organisation, resources, and behaviour management
Acting as a positive role model, promoting teamwork, resilience, and confidence
 Why this role stands out:

A school that values active learning and wellbeing
Opportunity to bring your personality, energy, and ideas into the role
A supportive team that works collaboratively and values your input
Great facilities and space for sports and outdoor learning
Easily accessible with public transport links and parking available
 We’re looking for someone who:

Has a genuine passion for sport, fitness, and working with children
Brings a positive, energetic, and proactive attitude every day
Can build strong, supportive relationships with pupils and staff
Is confident managing groups of children and keeping them engaged
Works well as part of a team and uses their initiative
 Perfect for candidates with backgrounds in:

Sports Coaching or Personal Training
PE or Sports Science degrees (current students or graduates)
Youth work or community sports programmes
Teaching Assistants with a sporty, active approach
Recent graduates looking to gain experience in schools
Anyone with experience leading clubs, teams, or physical activities for children
(No formal qualifications required — your energy, attitude, and experience are what matter most!)

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

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