Job Ref No. ECC2075-100S Position Type: Coaching/Instructors Pay Range: Scale 5, Point 10-13
Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 11/10/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: 19th October 2026 Shortlisting Starts: 12/10/2026
Sports Coach / Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Essex Pay Band Scale 5 Term Time 30 hours, 50 minutes per week, 38 working weeks per year.
Actual salary £19933.09
What are we looking for?
- A flexible team player, who is experienced and confident in delivering sports coaching to children aged 4-11.
- Confidence to cover classes in all year groups from Reception to Year 6
- A knowledge of the primary curriculum and high standards of pupil attainment.
- An inclusive approach to positive behaviour, building relationships with children and willing to follow the school's behaviour policy.
- A sports coaching qualification
- At least Maths and English passed at GCSE or equivalent.
- A high standard of written and spoken English
What can we give you?
- A friendly and committed staff team.
- Mentoring from a member of the SLT to answer questions, give advice and support.
- Joining a strong and experienced team of current LSA/HLTA's in the school.
- The opportunity to work in a larger than average primary school, where year group partners share planning and approaches.
- A weekly 5-day timetable consisting of time delivering PE lessons to cover teachers for PPA, covering sickness cover across the school and delivering interventions when not covering classes.
- The opportunity to share your strengths and interests with classes across the school.
- A newly-planned curriculum and approaches to teaching, giving a clear framework and purpose.
- Regular training with our team of LSAs and opportunities to join teachers in relevant CPD.
Friar's Grove Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in our care and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS & references.
Shortlisting: Monday 12th October
Interview Date: Monday 19th October
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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Kate Baker
Upland Drive, Colchester
Essex, CO4 0PZ Telephone: 01206 843683
Email: admin@friarsgrove.essex.sch.uk
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Sports Coach / HLTA in Colchester employer: Shorefields
Shorefields in Chelmsford is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for both staff and students. With a focus on professional development, we offer numerous growth opportunities and a collaborative work culture that values innovation and compassion in caring for children with complex needs. Our new purpose-built school provides a unique setting where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people while enjoying the benefits of working in a vibrant community.
