At a Glance
- Tasks: Support classroom learning and deliver engaging PE lessons to inspire young minds.
- Company: Join a welcoming Church of England primary school focused on holistic child development.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive environment, competitive salary, and access to professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a collaborative team within a large Multi-Academy Trust.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a vibrant community.
- Qualifications: Experience as a HLTA or PE lead is a plus; enthusiasm and approachability are key.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
Teaching Assistant Level 2 & Higher Level Teaching Assistant – PE Instructor
Contract Type
Permanent.
Actual Salary
Hours
15 hours as a Teaching Assistant (D3 to D4) and 12.50 hours as a HLTA (G8 to G12), working 39 weeks per year. These hours include an afternoon of PPA time for the sport leader.
Starting
1 September 2026.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and versatile individual to join our small Church of England primary school in a combined role of Teaching Assistant and PE Instructor.
The role involves supporting teaching and learning in the classroom from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, followed by delivering high‑quality PE lessons and physical activities from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm.
Loddington CE Primary School is established at the heart of a picturesque village community, and we strive to provide a holistic and child‑centred experience, allowing each and every child to flourish.
Directly influenced by the Christian ethos, our curriculum places our values at the centre of everything we do, recognising and developing the abilities, talents, and diversity of all.
We are proud to celebrate the achievements of every child.
Our dedicated team works zealously to create an inclusive, happy, and safe environment, equipping our children with the confidence and skills they need to progress through childhood and into adulthood.
- We Are Looking To Appoint Someone Who
- Is enthusiastic, approachable and friendly.
- Will ensure all children feel safe, happy and able to learn.
- Will create a purposeful, orderly and supportive learning environment.
- Will support the team, including teachers, in managing pupil behaviour and understand how to tackle challenging behaviour with respect and understanding, following the school’s Behaviour Policy.
- Is supportive of the ethos of a Church and Trust school.
- Understands our children and our community and is able to build supportive and respectful relationships with children whilst maintaining confidentiality and following the school’s Code of Conduct.
- Is prepared to undertake appropriate CPD to develop their skills, including First Aid training and annual Safeguarding / Child Protection training.
- Understands the importance of Child Protection and is committed to the safeguarding of children’s welfare – both at home and in school.
- Experience as a HLTA or as a PE lead would be desirable.
- In Return, We Will Offer
- A supportive environment where contributions and ideas are encouraged, valued and supported.
- Happy and motivated children who are eager to learn.
- A collaborative and supportive school community that is underpinned by the Christian ethos, driven by a shared passion for children’s welfare and education.
- A rewarding working environment, within a supportive and welcoming atmosphere.
- Access to a vast array of employee benefits and recognition systems, via our brand new partnership with Vivup.
- Employment within one of the largest Multi‑Academy Trusts in the Peterborough Diocese, with wider development, training and career opportunities.
Loddington CE Primary is a proud member of the Peterborough Diocese Education Trust.
We are a family of schools across the Peterborough Diocese, and these strong links make special contributions to our children’s spiritual, moral, social and cultural development and learning.
PDET is responsible for employing all staff and managing finances and other central services for the academies within the Trust.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications, so please do not delay in applying!
PDET, and all of our schools, are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.
All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, and references will be sought prior to interview for all shortlisted candidates.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
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Contact Details:
Peterborough Diocese Education Trust Recruitment Team
