Overview
We are seeking to appoint a Physical Education Assistant at Holy Cross College.
The Physical Education (PE) Department belongs to a teaching cluster that includes Music and Performing Arts, overseen by a Curriculum Leader.
The PE subject area has two main functions. The first is to teach the subject to Advanced Level and obtain the best possible results. The second is to provide the whole student body with the best possible sports programme which will enable them to enjoy a variety of sports, coaching, officiating and volunteering at recreational and competitive level. A Level PE and CTEC Sport students also access the extra-curricular programme and as such their grades are improved. The extracurricular sports programme has been planned and implemented with the College’s mission and ethos very much in mind; a variety of sporting opportunities and equality of access has been promoted as far as possible. The standards of conduct, discipline, attitude, behaviour and respect have earned the college a well-deserved reputation for fair play in addition to the highest levels of achievement and success.
There is a strong tradition of extra-curricular and enrichment activities from the Department. These include sports competitions such as the AoC National finals for a wide range of sports and educational visits such as; The Mark Addy (swimming, real tennis), visits to Lancashire Health and Racquets Club, Sports Science Experience Days, BMX and the Velodrome. In the summer term, the PE Department organises a range of sporting and recreational opportunities for students and staff including zorbing, dodgeball, sailing/windsurfing, outdoor pursuits in Wales and a trip to Wimbledon.
We are seeking to appoint an innovative, enthusiastic and skilled Physical Education Assistant to join our Physical Education Department. The Department prides itself on the quality and variety of teaching and the support it provides for students. The Department remains committed to getting the very best from its staff and from our students and there are frequent training opportunities allowing staff to update their skills and knowledge.
For full details of the role and responsibilities, please see Applicant Information Pack attached.
If you feel you meet the requirements of the role and would like to apply, please visit the 'Vacancies' section of our website, and complete and return your application via email - hr@holycross.ac.uk.
Closing Date: 8.00am 22nd September 2025
Interview Date: 29th September 2025
Holy Cross College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants are advised that any offer of appointment will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance as well as other relevant checks.
Prospective applicants who, because of a disability, would prefer job packs/application forms in a different format (e.g. large print) or would like help completing their application form should contact HR on 0161 762 4522 to discuss their specific requirements.
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