Sporty full time teaching assistant

Supply Teaching Assistant – A Role for Active, Confident Individuals with a Passion for Sport and Development
Cardiff
£89.35 per day (paid weekly)
Full-time and Flexible Supply Work Available

Are you physically active, confident, and driven to make a difference in the lives of young people? Whether your background is in coaching, fitness, youth mentoring, or leadership – this role offers a rewarding opportunity to bring your strengths into the classroom and beyond.

We are a well-established, supportive education agency working with primary and secondary schools across Cardiff. We are currently looking for motivated, enthusiastic individuals who can bring structure, energy, and resilience to their role as a Supply Teaching Assistant. You’ll be supporting pupils' learning both in and out of the classroom – helping to guide them academically, socially, and emotionally.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys leading by example, and has the confidence to step into new school settings and make a positive impact. You don’t need to be a qualified teacher – if you’ve worked with young people in any capacity and have a natural presence and passion for development, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day classroom and one-on-one support to pupils

• Assist in delivering structured learning activities, with a strong focus on physical engagement and positive behaviour

• Lead or support with sports sessions, games, break-time supervision, and physical education lessons

• Act as a positive role model, encouraging teamwork, focus, and resilience

• Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing, confidence, and classroom engagement

• Work closely with teaching staff and wider school teams to ensure all students are supported consistently

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people – this can include coaching, mentoring, sports clubs, youth work, tutoring, or volunteering

• A calm, assertive, and proactive approach to behaviour management

• High energy, reliability, and a genuine commitment to helping young people succeed

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly

• A flexible mindset – someone who can adapt to different environments and expectations

• Willingness to undertake relevant safeguarding and compliance checks

What You’ll Gain:

• £89.35 per day, paid weekly through PAYE – no umbrella company deductions

• Flexible, consistent supply work that fits around your other commitments

• The opportunity to explore multiple school settings across Cardiff and find the right fit for you

• A meaningful role where your input can make a real difference in a young person’s life

• On-hand support from a friendly and experienced agency team

• A potential pathway into long-term roles, SEN work, or teacher training

If you’re someone who leads from the front, brings energy to every room, and wants a role where no two days are the same – this could be the perfect opportunity.

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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