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Location: Bridgend, CF32
Pay: £13.75 per hour (equivalent to £89.38 per day)
Schedule: Monday to Friday | Term-Time Only | Full-Time Hours
Do you have a passion for sports and a desire to make a lasting impact on young people’s lives?
We’re seeking a dedicated Sports Mentor to support students aged 11–18 in a specialist school in Bridgend. This school caters to pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), social, emotional and behavioural needs, and additional learning challenges.
You’ll use sports and physical activity as a positive tool to build relationships, encourage teamwork, and support personal growth. Whether it’s break-time football or structured PE sessions, your energy and encouragement will play a key role in each student’s development.
Your Role Will Include:
Supporting young people on a 1:1 or small group basis
Using sports to foster trust, confidence, and communication
Providing consistent emotional and behavioural support
Promoting participation and engagement during lessons and free time
Assisting teachers and support staff to create a safe and inclusive environment
What We’re Looking For:
Experience in coaching, youth work, sports leadership, or mentoring
A calm, patient, and positive attitude
Confidence working with young people who present challenging behaviour
A passion for helping students reach their potential through active engagement
DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Registered (or willing to register) with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
£13.75 per hour, paid weekly via PAYE
Consistent weekday hours – no evenings or weekends
A dedicated consultant to support your journey
Access to long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities
Use our mobile app to manage your bookings and availability
Ready to inspire through sport and mentorship?
Apply today by submitting your CV. We’ll be in touch within three working days to discuss the next steps.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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