Sherfield School is looking to recruit a Sports Teaching Assistant to join us in September 2025.
Working within the PE team and across the age range, the successful candidate will be an organised, positive and passionate individual with a strong work ethic.
Physical Educati on and sport is a central feature of our school experience with excellent facilities, talented students and numerous opportunities to progress and succeed.
The successful candidate will join a committed and highly professional team of staff with a wide range of expertise. The ability to deliver hockey, netball and cricket is highly desirable, together with experience in leading additional sports and fitness activities.
This is a full time, term time only position.
Person Specification
Essential
* Willingness to work as part of a team.
* Good communicator with excellent organisational and time management skills.
* Excellent subject knowledge.
* A ‘self-starter’ who can take the initiative and identify gaps to be filled and tasks to be completed.
* A flexible approach in order to meet the demands of working in a busy environment.
* Ability to develop positive working relationships with both students and colleagues.
* Ability to use ICT effectively.
* Willingness to participate fully in the wider life of the school, including in the Co-Curricular programme.
* Detailed knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection Procedures.
* Full driving license
Desirable
* A-Level or similar qualification in Physical Education/ Sports Science or directly relevant subject.
* Other professional qualifications.
* Willingness to be involved with boarding life.
Additional information
* Competitive salary
* Contributory pension scheme, as well as a death in service benefit.
* Parking on site.
* Complimentary school meals in term.
* Regular opportunities for Professional Learning, both in house and as part of the EiM network.
* A variety of social events throughout the year.
* A beautiful working environment in listed buildings and 70 acres of grounds.
The closing date for applications is Monday 25th August 2025. I nterviews to be held w/c 1st September 2025. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to interview outstanding candidates before the closing date.
In order to apply, please complete the Sherfield School Application Form (available to download from our website) along with a short covering letter or email which sets out your interest in the role.
Please include the names and contact details of three referees. Referees will not be approached until the final stages and not without prior permission from candidates.
Please send your application form and cover letter/email via e-mail to hr@sherfieldschool.co.uk