Sports Graduate Teaching Assistant

Are you a recent Sports or Sports Science graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in a school setting? Do you have a passion for motivating and mentoring young people through sport and physical activity?

We are working with secondary schools’ in Bristol who seek for an enthusiastic and proactive Sports Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team this academic year.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to make a difference in education while developing their own skills in a supportive environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist teachers in classes, lead practical sessions, and support student learning.
• Help run training sessions, ensure safe practice, and give feedback on performance.
• Mark assignments, support tutorials, and guide students with coursework.
• Track attendance, manage equipment, and assist in organizing events.
• Support and motivate students; promote sports and wellness.
• Help with data collection, analysis, and academic projects.
• Attend training and work toward further qualifications.

Who We're Looking For:

• A degree in Sports, Sports Science, Coaching or a related field
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Experience working with young people in coaching, mentoring, or support roles
• A proactive, energetic and confident approach
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in education, youth work, or coaching

What You’ll Gain:

• Teaching and coaching experience.
• Boost career prospects in education, coaching, and sports management.
• Build leadership, communication, and time management skills.
• Access networking opportunities with staff and professionals.
• Improve confidence and mentoring abilities.
• Receive possible financial support (stipend/fee waiver).
• Develop transferable skills useful beyond sport.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to make a difference in education while developing their own skills in a supportive environment.

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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