Habs has been awarded Independent School of the Year 2025, with Haberdashers’ Elstree Schools receiving both the award for Outstanding Educational Partnerships and the overall top accolade of Independent School of the Year 2025. This recognition reflects our long-term commitment to social impact and the deep, sustained collaborations we continue to build with our state sector partners. It is an exciting time to join our community. 

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for sport, outdoor learning and working with young people? Do you thrive in energetic environments and enjoy inspiring others to get involved, challenge themselves and have fun?

We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and dynamic Graduate Sports and Outdoor Learning Assistant to join our thriving Junior School community on a fixed-term basis. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone considering a future career in teaching, coaching or outdoor education. You will gain rich, hands-on experience working alongside experienced educators in a supportive and forward-thinking school, helping to shape positive and memorable experiences for pupils from Reception to Year 6.

About the role

You will play a key part in delivering an engaging and varied programme of sport and outdoor learning, supporting pupils to develop confidence, teamwork and a love of physical activity.

Your role will include:

• Supporting the delivery of PE lessons and Outdoor Learning sessions across the Junior School
• Working alongside experienced teaching staff to deliver high-quality, engaging lessons
• Leading and supporting small groups in PE, games and specialist activities
• Assisting with, and where appropriate leading, co-curricular sport including lunchtime and after-school clubs
• Supporting after-school swim squad training and accompanying pupils to galas
• Coaching and supporting school sports teams, including attending midweek fixtures and occasional weekend events

What we’re looking for

We are looking for someone who brings energy, positivity and a genuine enthusiasm for working with children. You will be a strong team player, keen to learn and ready to contribute across a wide range of activities.

You will ideally:

• Be confident coaching at least one of the following sports: Netball, Football, Cricket, Swimming or Athletics
• Have a willingness to get involved across a broad sporting and outdoor programme
• Be flexible, proactive and collaborative in your approach
• Be keen to develop your skills and experience within a school environment

Why join us?

This role offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in school life, develop practical experience and build a strong foundation for a future career in education or sport. You will be supported by a talented and welcoming team, with opportunities to learn, grow and make a real impact.

Appropriate training, including first aid and lifeguarding qualifications where required, will be provided.

What we are offering: 

• A competitive salary
• Private Pension Scheme through Aegon 
• Additional life insurance cover 
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), providing confidential support and advice 
• Financial assistance for obtaining further qualifications 
• Extensive professional development training opportunities 
• Free lunch and refreshments 
• Free onsite parking and access to travel on the schools extensive coach network 
• Free access to state-of-the-art sports facilities including the gym, swimming pool, and fitness classes 
• Wellbeing initiatives and programmes, such as yoga, mindfulness sessions, and health checks 
• Access to an online GP service, providing quick and convenient healthcare advice 
• Access to Vivup, the staff benefits platform, featuring discounts, financial advice, and wellbeing resources 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.  

Haberdashers’ Elstree Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.