Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant with Sports Degree / Background

About Us:
A vibrant and inclusive Primary School in Cardiff dedicated to nurturing students’ development through a broad and balanced curriculum. We encourage a positive learning environment where students thrive academically, socially, and physically. We are now seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with a background in sports to join our dedicated team.

Role Overview:
The Teaching Assistant will work closely with teachers to support students' learning and development, with a special focus on physical education and sporting activities. This role involves assisting in delivering lessons, supporting children on an individual or group basis, and fostering an enthusiasm for fitness, health, and teamwork within the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning and delivery of PE and sports sessions under the guidance of the Teacher.
• Assist classroom teachers in lessons, providing targeted support for students as needed.
• Promote active participation and teamwork through sports and physical activities.
• Provide tailored support to students, helping them with academic, social, and emotional needs.
• Assist in supervising students during field trips, sporting events, and other extracurricular activities.
• Maintain a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for all students.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children in an educational or sports environment (desirable).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A passion for promoting healthy lifestyles and physical fitness among young people.
• The ability to motivate and inspire students to achieve their best.
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies (training is provided).

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive, friendly, and collaborative team.
• Make a lasting impact on students’ lives by promoting the value of sports and fitness.

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.
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