At a Glance
- Tasks: Support PE delivery and coach extracurricular sports in a vibrant school environment.
- Company: Join a successful school with a commitment to student welfare and development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, fee remission, pension scheme, and free access to sports facilities.
- Other info: Enjoy diverse training opportunities and a supportive team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives through sports and coaching.
- Qualifications: Passion for sports and willingness to coach two major sports.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 32000 £ per year.
Exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, enthusiastic graduate to join a vibrant and successful department in supporting the delivery of PE within the School. The post is for the academic year 2026-2027 on a fixed-term basis. The successful applicant will be willing to carry out a wide range of duties in support of the PE department and contribute to the provision of extracurricular sports. It would be advantageous to be able to coach two of the major sports of football, netball, lacrosse, tennis, athletics and cricket.
Responsibilities
- Assist and teach a variety of activities in lessons, including leading small groups of students or certain aspects of lessons as appropriate.
- Coach teams and clubs during mornings, lunchtimes, after school sessions and on weekends, as deemed appropriate by the Director of Sport.
- Attend fixtures and umpire appropriate matches, including weekends, as deemed appropriate by the Director of Sport.
- Assist with some administrative duties to support the department.
- Take an active role within the department and share responsibilities, including attending department meetings.
Requirements
- Willing to coach two of the major sports among football, netball, lacrosse, tennis, athletics and cricket.
- Willingness to undergo child protection screening and checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service checks.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries.
- 20% reduction in working hours during school holidays with no impact on pay.
- Fee remission of up to 50% on tuition fees (pro‑rated for part‑time staff).
- Staff Pension Scheme with employer contribution of up to 10% (the School doubles employer contributions); salary sacrifice for pension contributions available.
- Life assurance paying out three times annual salary on death in service.
- Diverse training and professional development programme.
- A range of other staff benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, access to GP and dental advice lines among other services.
- Free use of the Sports Centre facilities including a fitness suite, ergo suite and group cycle studio.
- Free school lunch, plus refreshments available in the staff room during the day and after school.
- On‑site parking.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Free eye tests and annual flu vaccination.
- Access to a well‑stocked school library.
- Access to a wide range of school events.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Graduate Assistant (PE) in Abingdon employer: St Helen and St Katharine
Join a dynamic and supportive educational environment as a Graduate Assistant in Physical Education, where your passion for sports and teaching will thrive. With competitive salaries, generous benefits including fee remission on tuition, and a commitment to professional development, this role offers an excellent opportunity for personal and career growth. Enjoy a vibrant work culture that values teamwork and community engagement, all while contributing to the holistic development of students in a well-resourced school setting.
