Primary School Sports Coach & TA (Rochdale)

Prospero Teaching is looking for a passionate and motivated Sports Coach & Teaching Assistant to join our network of schools across Rochdale. This unique role combines the opportunity to support students in their academic learning while also delivering dynamic sports coaching sessions.

If you’re enthusiastic about promoting physical education and making a real impact on children’s lives, we’d love to hear from you!

About the Role:
As a Sports Coach & Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with primary school teachers to support students learning and personal development. You’ll also lead and deliver engaging sports activities, helping children improve their fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves working with children and has a passion for sports.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons, providing individual and small group assistance where needed.
• Lead sports sessions and encourage student participation in physical activities, fostering a love for sports.
• Help students with their social, emotional, and academic development, offering guidance and support as needed.
• Monitor and report on student progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents.
• Assist with managing classroom behaviour and creating a positive, structured learning environment.
• Support the planning and organisation of extra-curricular activities and school events.

About You:

• Experience working with children in an educational or sports setting is ideal.
• Passionate about sports and able to inspire children to get active and enjoy physical activity.
• Great communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• A proactive, adaptable attitude and a real desire to help children succeed.
• A Level 2/3 qualification in Sports Coaching (or a related field) is desirable, but not essential.
• Must hold or be willing to undergo a DBS check (Prospero can assist with this).
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Why Work with Prospero Teaching?

• Competitive salary with benefits.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Supportive work environment where you can grow your skills and career.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on childrens lives both in the classroom and in sports.

Ready to make a difference?

If you’re passionate about education and sports, and ready to help shape the future of children in Rochdale, apply today with your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you’re a great fit for this role, or send your CV directly to jonathan.white@prospreoteaching.com

Prospero Teaching is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

Proud to be listed in the Times as one of ‘The Best Companies To Work For’, Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries. We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.