Sports Graduate Assistants
Location: Portsmouth
Salary: A GBP 23,809 per annum
Job type: Fixed Term (one academic year), Full Time
The Grammar School is a leading co:educational school located in the heart of historic Portsmouth.
The Role
They are recruiting for Sports Graduate Assistants to deliver excellent coaching in a range of sports, working with pupils throughout the Junior and Senior sections of the school. The role will include a requirement to undertake general administration and support the smooth running of the department. This position will suit a new or recent graduate looking for experience in the field of sport and within a co:educational, independent day school as development to the next stage of their career.
This is a full:time, year:round position, for one academic year from September 2025 to August 2026. There will be a requirement to work some hours outside of the core school day, including after school and Saturdays during term time. During school holiday periods there will be a requirement to support pre:season training and Sports fixtures and contribute to the wider co:curricular life of the school by attending school trips in the UK and abroad, both in Sports and in other academic departments, as part of a staff team.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist in the delivery of the Sport and PE Programme across the whole school including lessons, after school practices, fixtures and sports events
* Collaborate with PE teachers and sports coaches to create and implement engaging and inclusive sports and PE lessons
* Coach and officiate sports teams on Saturdays each term
* Work closely with their coaching staff to plan and implement training sessions, develop game strategies and prepare teams and individuals for competitions
* To undertake general administration and support the smooth running of the department
* To write sports reports for their teams
* To attend school trips and other co:curricular and enrichment activities as part of the staff team, supporting a variety of academic departments throughout the year, including during school holidays
* To undertake all required training for the role such as safeguarding, first aid, lifeguarding and umpiring qualifications
* To ensure the safety and quality supervision of pupils at all times
Skills and Qualifications
* A good standard of education and hold a Bachelors degree (essential)
* Experience of working in a team (essential)
* A new or recent graduate looking for experience in the field of sport and within a co:educational, independent day school
* Enthusiastic and highly motivated
* Willing to be proactive, flexible, adaptable and work as part of a team
* Passion for sports and physical activity, with a desire to inspire and motivate young athletes
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* High level of IT proficiency including use of Microsoft Office
Benefits
* NEST or Aviva pension scheme
* Free use of the schools Sports facilities which include a well:equipped Fitness Centre
* Free two course lunch during school term times
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Free staff car park
* The school is a strong supporter of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable School, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
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The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment