Giles Junior School

Sports Coach/Specialist P.E Teaching Assistant

Part Time – Up to 32.5 hours - Term-Time only

Sports Coach / Specialist P.E. Teaching Assistant

Salary: Herts Pay Scale H4/H5 (depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time, Term Time Only + INSET Days
Start Date: September 2026 (or as soon as possible)

Are you passionate about inspiring children to lead healthy, active lives? Do you want to be part of a school where sport is valued, celebrated and used to develop confidence, resilience and teamwork?

Giles Junior School is seeking an enthusiastic, energetic and motivated Sports Coach / Specialist P.E. Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside our experienced P.E. Lead and play a key role in delivering high-quality physical education and sporting opportunities across our thriving junior school.

Giles Junior School has an excellent reputation for sport within Stevenage. We are proud of the wide range of competitive and inclusive sporting opportunities we provide, our strong links with local clubs and organisations, and our commitment to ensuring every child develops a love of being active.

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality P.E. lessons across Key Stage 2 (ages 7–11), covering teachers' PPA time, alongside leading lunchtime and after-school clubs, supporting inter-school competitions and helping to organise sporting events throughout the year.

Giles Junior School is a friendly three-form entry junior school where children are encouraged to achieve their very best academically, socially and emotionally. Our values of leadership, respect, responsibility and personal growth underpin everything we do. We are proud to be a Leader in Me Lighthouse School, placing pupil leadership and character development at the heart of school life.

We are looking for someone who has:

• A recognised sports coaching or physical education qualification.

• Experience working with children aged 7–11 (school experience desirable but not essential).

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• A passion for encouraging participation and developing children's confidence through sport.

• Good knowledge of the National Curriculum for Physical Education.

• High expectations of behaviour and achievement.

• The enthusiasm to contribute to the wider life of the school through clubs, competitions and sporting events.

In return, we can offer:

• Fantastic children who are enthusiastic, polite and eager to learn.

• A welcoming, supportive and ambitious staff team.

• A strong culture of professional development and career progression.

• The opportunity to work alongside experienced leaders who are committed to developing staff.

• Excellent sporting facilities and a school community that values physical education and wellbeing.

• A leadership team that genuinely prioritises staff wellbeing and invests in developing future talent.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. They provide a fantastic opportunity to experience the warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes Giles Junior School such a special place to work.

To arrange a visit or request an application pack, please contact the school office on 01438 353374 or email admin@gilesjm.herts.sch.uk.

Giles Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all safer recruitment requirements.