Sports Assistant
We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Sports Assistant to join our team of dynamic educators. Could that be you?
As our Sports Assistant, you will be an integral part of our mission to inspire and empower individuals to leave active and fulfilling lifestyles.
An ideal candidate can be a recent graduate in Sports Coaching, Sports Science, or related degree, with an interest in pursuing a career in the education or sports sector.
About St Edward’s School
At St Edward’s we have high expectations of all members of our school community, from our pupils to our staff. Excellent teaching and pastoral care in our nurturing and encouraging environment allow our pupils and staff to flourish.
Our small class sizes mean that our teachers really know pupils as individuals and can provide tailored support to maximise achievement. Our school motto means to strive for the best and that is exactly what we want for everyone in our school.
About the Position
Contract Type: Full time, term timeSalary: Depend upon experience
Start Date: September 2025
- Assist in various day-to-day administration duties within the department, including organising sports fixtures.
- take responsibility for games lessons, practices and matches, working with pupils from Year 7 to Upper Sixth
- Teach, coach, lead and supervise the extracurricular programme for the department.
- Assist at Home and Away sports fixtures.
- Assist with the organisation of inter-house competitions and Experience Days.
- Provide First Aid assistance as necessary.
About you
We are looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience coaching in a similar role.
- Is a qualified First Aid trainer (advantage).
- Has a passion for sports and a desire to promote health and fitness.
- Knowledge of a wide range of sports and physical activities, with the ability to teach and coach effectively.
- Is enthusiastic and reliable.
- Small class sizes.
- Ability to engage in a collaborative learning communities.
- Coaching development.
- Teaching and learning focus.
- Bursary for dependent children at any Alpha School.
- Refer a Friend scheme.
- Wellness programme.
- Access to life assurance.
- Lunch provided.
- On-site parking.
- Exceptional grounds and facilities.
If you are passionate about empowering young people, we encourage you to apply!
We look forward to welcoming you to St Edward’s School.
St Edward’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, with costs covered by the company.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.