PE Teaching Assistant – Colchester – ASAP Start
TeacherActive are currently recruiting for a motivated and energetic PE Teaching Assistant to support schools in the Colchester area with an immediate start available.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about sport, physical education, and supporting young people in an educational setting. The successful candidate will work closely with PE teachers to deliver engaging lessons, encourage participation, and support students both in and out of the classroom.
The Role:
1. Supporting PE lessons across a range of age groups
2. Assisting with sports activities, games, and extracurricular clubs
3. Encouraging student participation and confidence
4. Supporting students with additional needs where required
5. Helping to maintain a safe and positive learning environment
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
6. A passion for sports and physical education
7. Previous experience working with children or young people
8. Strong communication and teamwork skills
9. A positive, enthusiastic, and proactive attitude
10. Relevant coaching qualifications or school experience (desirable but not essential)
In Return, TeacherActive Offers:
11. Competitive rates of pay
12. Flexible working opportunities
13. Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
14. Access to CPD and training opportunities
15. The chance to make a real difference within local schools
This role is based in Colchester and is available for an ASAP start. Whether you are an aspiring PE teacher, sports coach, graduate, or experienced teaching assistant, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to join TeacherActive and help inspire the next generation through sport and physical education.
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.