PE Apprentice

Responsibilities

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed PE Apprentice to join our friendly and successful primary school team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys sport and physical activity and wants to inspire children by being a positive sporting role model. In this role, you will help organise and deliver fun, safe Health and Wellbeing sessions, including PE lessons and activities that promote both physical and mental health.

You will support pupils in understanding the importance of staying active and looking after their wellbeing. You will also have opportunities to lead extra activities for small groups of pupils, as well as work as a teaching assistant within the classroom.

This is a full‑time position, with working hours from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm.

For three days each week, you will deliver PE and Health and Wellbeing sessions, supported by teaching assistants, during the following times: 9:45 am–12:00 pm and 1:00 pm–3:15 pm. The remaining two days will be more flexible; you may support teachers in the classroom or lead enrichment activities for small groups of pupils. You will also be expected to lead a 30‑minute group activity each day during lunchtime (12:30 pm–1:00 pm) and run after‑school extracurricular clubs on three days each week.

You will have 2 hours and 20 minutes of protected time each week for your own professional development.

• Be a positive and inspiring sporting role model for pupils.
• Show confidence and initiative when planning PE and Health and Wellbeing sessions.
• Work effectively with and organise support staff to help deliver PE and sports sessions.
• Plan and lead safe, fun activities for small groups during playtimes, lunchtimes, and after‑school clubs (e.g. dance, aerobics, or sports skills).
• Be flexible and adaptable in your approach to working with pupils and staff.

• Previous experience working with young people in a coaching or educational setting
• Strong sporting background
• Good organisational skills
• Strong communication skills