Sports Assistant

Sports Assistant - Secondary School

Location

Wandsworth

Pay

£110 - £120 per day

Contract Type

Full-time, Temporary to Permanent

Start Date

13th May 2026

Commutable from

Lambeth, Merton, Richmond, Kingston, and Southwark.

Long Term Futures is looking for an active and engaged Sports Assistant for a secondary school in Wandsworth. This role operates on a Monday to Thursday schedule (21 hours per week) and is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity. A permanent review will be held in June/July for the right candidate to transition into a long-term position within the school.

Role Responsibilities

• Supporting the PE department in the delivery of various sports and physical activities.
• Motivating and encouraging secondary school students to participate and excel in sports.
• Managing and maintaining sports equipment and assisting with the setup of lessons and fixtures.
• Providing 1-on-1 or small group coaching to support student development and inclusion.
• Ensuring a safe and positive environment for students during physical education and break times.

Essential Candidate Requirements

• Experience working with children or young adults, preferably in a sports or secondary school environment.
• A strong interest in physical education and a background in sports or coaching.
• The ability to build rapport with students while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Availability to work 21 hours across Monday to Thursday each week.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

What Long Term Futures Offers

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly.
• A dedicated consultant to support your career development.
• Access to a wide range of schools across London.
• A simple and streamlined registration process.

Ready to Apply? Our Simple Process

• Submit your CV for initial review.
• Have an introductory call with Jack, your dedicated consultant, to support you through registration to placement.
• Attend an interview or trial day at the school.
• If successful, start your new placement!

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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