Graduate Sports Assistant

Job description

Are you passionate about sports and inspiring the next generation? We are seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Sports Assistant to join our vibrant PE department for a one-year fixed-term contract. This is an ideal first role for someone with a degree in Sports Science or a related field and experience in teaching or coaching sports lessons, particularly with children.

What You'll Do

Support the delivery of a diverse and engaging PE programme across all school age groups.

Coach and officiate sports teams, with a focus on football, hockey, netball, cricket, and tennis.

Assist in practical PE lessons and Outdoor Learning activities.

Provide administrative support to the PE department.

Help foster inclusivity and a positive sporting culture throughout the school.

What We're Looking For

A degree in Sports Science (or similar) or current placement/paid internship in a similar course.

Experience in teaching or coaching sports lessons, especially with children.

Coaching or umpiring qualifications in football, hockey, tennis, cricket, or athletics (highly desirable).

A football or hockey specialist would be a bonus!

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google applications.

Flexibility to support fixtures at home, away, and at weekends.

Skills and Attributes

Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.

Strong organisation and time management.

Ability to help make lessons fun and engaging for all levels, with a focus on differentiation.

Proactive, responsible, and a strong team player.

Join us and make a difference in young people's lives while gaining valuable experience in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Work schedule and PayPlease note that this is a term-time only role for one academic year. The advertised salary has been pro‐rated and will be paid over 12 months. You will be paid for 36 hours a week working Monday to Friday with some out of hours work to support sport fixtures and other department run events. Details may be discussed at interview.

How to ApplyPlease submit your application form and include a covering letter highlighting your suitability for the role.

We will review applications and invite suitably qualified candidates for interview on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be identified. Early application is therefore encouraged.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Nottingham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English