PE Teaching Assistant
| Job Type | Contract (Long Term) |
| Location | Lewisham, London |
| Area | South East London, UK |
| Sector | Secondary Education - Support Staff/ Supervisor |
| Salary | £95 - £110 per day |
| Start Date | September 2025 |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | SPORTSCOACHSE_1752162748 |
| Job Views | 26 |
- Description
PE Teaching Assistant - Secondary School (Agency Role) Location: Lewisham Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only (Temporary / Ongoing) Salary: £95-£110 per day (dependent on experience) Start Date: September 2025
Are you a sports enthusiast with a passion for supporting young people in education? Our leading education agency is seeking a dedicated PE Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant secondary school in the Lewisham area.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive individual with a strong interest in physical education to gain valuable experience in a school setting.
Role Overview:
As a PE TA, you will support PE teachers in delivering high-quality lessons, helping students to develop physical skills, confidence, and a love for sport. You'll assist with lesson preparation, manage equipment, and play an active role in extra-curricular clubs and sporting events.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the delivery of PE lessons across KS3 and KS4
Encourage student participation and engagement in physical activities
Set up and maintain sports equipment and learning spaces
Supervise students during lessons, break times, and school trips
Assist in managing behaviour and promoting a safe learning environment
Help coordinate after-school sports clubs, teams, and events
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience working with young people in a school or coaching capacity
A passion for sport and physical education
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A positive, energetic, and flexible attitude
An enhanced DBS (or be willing to obtain one through us)
Desirable (but not essential):
Sports coaching qualifications (e.g. FA, UKCC)
First Aid and/or Safeguarding training
A relevant degree (e.g. Sports Science, Physical Education)
Why Join Us?
Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
Support from a dedicated education consultant
Opportunities for long-term placements and career development
Work with reputable schools committed to student success
If you're ready to take the next step in your career in education and sport, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply now by sending your CV to arooney@veritas-education.com
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
