Sports Coach to Teaching Assistant

Are you a sports coach looking to take your skills into the classroom?

Protocol Education is working closely with friendly and supportive primary schools across South Bristol who are looking for energetic, confident individuals with coaching backgrounds to join them as Teaching Assistants from September.

Your experience motivating children, building confidence, managing behaviour and creating engaging activities makes you an excellent fit for the classroom. Schools value sports coaches for their ability to encourage teamwork, resilience and positive attitudes, helping pupils succeed both academically and socially.

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work alongside class teachers to support learning, help pupils stay engaged and provide encouragement to children who may need extra guidance throughout the school day. You'll have the opportunity to use your coaching skills while gaining valuable experience in education and making a genuine difference to young people's lives.

Whether you're looking for a career change into education or want flexible work alongside your coaching commitments, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils in Key Stage 2 classrooms
• Working with small groups and individual children
• Promoting positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Encouraging teamwork, confidence and resilience
• Supporting children with varying learning needs
• Bringing energy, enthusiasm and structure to the school day
• Potential opportunities to lead sports clubs and physical activities

Pay & Benefits

• Daily pay rates from £92-£94 per day
• Weekly pay through PAYE
• Flexible working options to suit your availability
• Opportunities to utilise your sports coaching experience in schools
• Valuable classroom experience for those considering a future in education
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

We're Looking For

• Sports coaches with relevant qualifications or coaching experience
• Experience working with children or young people
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Positive behaviour management techniques
• Enthusiastic, reliable and adaptable individuals
• A passion for supporting children to achieve their potential

Why Work with Protocol Education?

• Competitive weekly pay via PAYE
• Free access to our CPD Academy, including Thrive and wellbeing training
• Dedicated local Bristol consultant who knows the schools we work with
• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle
• Regular opportunities across South Bristol primary schools
• Ongoing support throughout your education journey

What We Need to Clear You

• Passport or proof of right to work in the UK
• Two proofs of address (e.g. driving licence, utility bill, council tax statement)
• CV covering the last 10 years of work and/or education, with any gaps explained
• References covering the last 2 years (including childcare references where applicable)
• Overseas police check if you have lived abroad for 3 months or more during the last 5 years

If you're ready to use your coaching experience to inspire the next generation and gain rewarding experience in education, apply today to join our South Bristol schools this September.