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Job Title: PE Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Middlesbrough
Pay: £84- £110 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Daily Supply, Long Term
Are you passionate about Physical Education and keen to inspire young people to lead an active, healthy lifestyle?
GSL Education is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a PE Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a vibrant school in Middlesbrough . Whether you're an experienced PE Teaching Assistant, Sports Coach, or aspiring PE Teacher, this is a great chance to gain valuable experience in an educational setting.
Role Overview:
As a PE HLTA, you’ll support PE teachers in delivering engaging and structured lessons. You’ll work with students in small groups, assist with lesson planning, and help create a positive and inclusive PE environment. You’ll also encourage students to get involved in extracurricular sports and promote a culture of fitness and well-being.
Key Responsibilities of a PE Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA):
- Deliver engaging PE lessons, supporting teachers to enhance the school’s sports curriculum.
- Lead small group sessions and provide one-to-one support to students.
- Encourage teamwork, resilience, and a positive attitude towards physical activity.
- Assist in organising sports events, competitions, and extracurricular activities.
- Support the PE department with lesson planning, assessments, and resources.
- Provide classroom cover when needed, ensuring good classroom management.
- Maintain a safe and inclusive sporting environment where students feel confident.
- Ensure safeguarding and health & safety standards are followed in all activities.
Requirements to be a PE Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA):
- Experience as a PE HLTA, PE Teaching Assistant, Sports Coach, or in a similar role in an educational or youth sports setting.
- Good understanding of physical education, child development, and behaviour management.
- Relevant qualification in Sports, PE, or Coaching (Level 3 or higher preferred).
- Passion for promoting health, fitness, and well-being.
- Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate students.
- Ability to manage groups and maintain discipline in all activities.
- Updated CV (covering the last ten years) and enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or willing to apply for one).
What We Offer to a PE Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA):
- Competitive pay rates based on your experience.
- A variety of teaching opportunities in different schools.
- Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
- The chance to work in schools that value quality teaching.
Safeguarding Commitment
This role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background and safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the North East . For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV.
Also - we are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants! If you know of anyone who may be suitable – get them to apply!
