Teaching Assistant (Sports Specialism) Level 1

We are looking for a person who:

• Under the guidance of teaching staff, be confident to coach a wide range of different sports/physical activities
• Has a passion for inspiring children’s learning
• will contribute positively to promote the values and ethos of our school and in developing relationships with the local community
• Is able to support our teachers to achieve excellence
• Is reliable and enthusiastic
• Can deliver specific support to raise the attainment of under-performing children and groups
• Can enthuse, motivate and engage children in all areas of sports
• Can work independently to deliver, monitor and evaluate the success of sports interventions
• Can keep detailed notes on progress, impact and attendance
• Is able to work effectively as part of a team
• Has excellent communication skills and is committed to building positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff
• Will be willing to contribute to the broader life of the school community
• Can run before and after school clubs
• Is committed to continuous self-development

• A commitment to personal development
• A positive and supportive working environment
A friendly, hard working and supportive team of staff, governors and parents

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St Augustine’s is a small vibrant, multicultural, inner city school with 210 pupils on roll. It is a 1 form entry school with a Nursery.

At St Augustine’s we pride ourselves on our positive relationships between staff, pupils and parents. We provide a wide range of enrichment opportunities e.g. day trips and residential.

Attainment is a high priority with a dedicated team of teachers and support staff who provide personalised learning programmes to enable each individual child to reach their full potential

Visits to school are welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the School Business Manager on 0161 2052812 or sbm@st-augustines.manchester.sch.uk

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.