Sports Assistant

Fixed-term contract until 31 August 2025 (possibility of extension)

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Sports Assistant to provide support to the Director of Sports and Head of PE in the delivery of all aspects of the PE and games curriculum, including assisting with lessons, clubs, practices and fixtures for Year 1 to 8 pupils.

Working arrangements: 40 hours per week (with hours falling between 8.00am and 6.00pm and a 30-minute unpaid break). Flexibility to work occasional Saturdays to support fixtures would be required. Working a total of 41 weeks per year (35 term-time weeks plus 6 additional weeks to support with holiday club). This is a 10–12-month, fixed-term contract.

Hallfield School is a flourishing co-educational independent day school (3 months –13 years) in the leafy and attractive outskirts of Edgbaston. We are proud of our excellent reputation for pupils’ academic success but are equally proud of sporting achievements and encourage all children to take part, learn new skills and have fun with the added positive social, health and confidence-boosting benefits.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about sports and sports coaching looking to gain relevant experience either prior to or post-completing higher education. The post would be particularly appropriate for a candidate who is contemplating a career in an education setting or as a sports coach.  

Person Specification

Essential:

• An enthusiasm for sports with an encouraging and motivational approach to learning
• Able to demonstrate a genuine passion for sports and sporting activities with an interest in sports coaching
• Excellent communication skills with an ability to establish rapport with pupils, parents and colleagues
• A flexible and supportive team member
• In possession of a valid Paediatric First Aid qualification or willingness to obtain via the School
• Good ICT skills
• A willingness to support and engage in the whole life of the School

Desirable:

• Possess a sports/sports coaching-related qualification or be working towards one
• Experience of working with children (even in a voluntary capacity) would be advantageous

Key Duties

• To work under the direction of the Director of Sport and Head of PE and follow their instruction in relation to assisting with the planning and delivery of games lessons and creating an engaging and positive sports environment
• To assist with lunchtime activities and accompany teaching staff on sport-related trips and off-site fixtures, trips and activities
• To carry out administrative tasks, including updating records and inputting data, photocopying and writing match reports
• To check and organise sports equipment and ensures the sports hall and outdoor areas are kept safe and tidy at all times
• To ensure the positive behaviour of pupils at all times, promote the good name of the School and act as a role model, setting high expectations in accordance with school policies and procedures
• To establish and promote positive productive relationships with pupils and promote the inclusion of all pupils
• To support the health, safety and welfare of the pupils in accordance with agreed school policies and procedures, including the administration of medicines, providing first aid and supporting personal self-care, reporting serious incidents to the School Nurse
• To support with the Aftercare and Holiday Club provisions as directed and school events when required

Staff benefits include:

• Salary sacrifice group pension scheme
• Life insurance (death in service) benefit (4x annual salary)
• Free parking.
• Free lunch options for all staff all year round (including school lunch during term time)
• Generous fee discount for staff children
• Salary Sacrifice cycle-to-work and tech scheme available
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Long service and big birthday recognition
• Professional development opportunities, including a generous CPD policy
• Opportunity to work additional hours may be available

Please click Quick Apply to complete an online application form.

Closing date: 10.00am on Monday, 23rd December 2024.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

Safeguarding & Child Protection

The school is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory references (which are requested prior to an interview), an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, medical check, evidence of qualifications, plus verification of the right to work in the UK.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.