Apprentice Sports Coach Level 4

Penbridge Junior School, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 7RW

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  9 September 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  27 August 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
• Contract type: Fixed term - 13 - 15 months
• Hourly rate: £8.76 per hour

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you passionate about sport and enthusiastic about inspiring young people to lead active, healthy and positive lives?

We are seeking to appoint an Apprentice Sports Coach Level 4 to join our team and support pupils across Penbridge Schools.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to build a career in sport, develop their coaching skills and gain valuable experience working in a school environment all while gaining hands-on experience working towards a Level 4 Sports Coach Apprenticeship.

Your role will include supporting and delivering engaging, inclusive PE lessons under the guidance of qualified teaching staff. As your confidence and experience develop, you will have the opportunity to take greater responsibility for coaching sessions and sporting activities.

You will be supported every step of the way with high quality training and mentorship, equipping you with the skills to become a valued and confident member of our team.What you will need:

• GCSE or Functional Skills (Grade 4/C or Level 2) in Maths and English
• A genuine desire to work with children and make a positive impact on their learning journey

Key Responsibilities:

For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached job description

• Support high quality PE, physical activity and sport for KS1 and KS2 pupils.
• Help deliver sporting activities, competitions and healthy lifestyle programmes.
• Maintain assessment and monitoring records.
• Communicate effectively with pupils, staff and parents.
• Follow all Health & Safety and safeguarding requirements.
• Actively engage in and successfully complete the Level 4 Sports Coach Apprenticeship.

Make a difference. Start your journey in education with Penbridge Schools.

What the school offers its staff

Formally known as Penhale Infant School and Newbridge Junior School, we officially joined together in September 2022 to form Penbridge Infants and Junior School.The infants site comprises of a nursery with 24 places for funded 2-4 year olds and a 2-form entry infant school with 180 children on the roll including 24 in our Rainbow Fish Inclusion Unit.The juniors site comprises of a 4-form entry school with 440 children on the roll.

“Pupils are happy and enjoy attending this welcoming school” – Ofsted 2022

What our Trust will offer you:

Career Development:We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.

Health and Wellbeing Support:Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, Private Healthcare scheme, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.Employee Recognition:Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.

TSAT Benefits Portal:A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and discounted Gym Membership.

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Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please emailrecruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Penbridge Junior School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 416 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Penbridge Junior School website
• Email address: Sarah.Arthur@penbridge.tsat.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/newbridge-junior-school

At Penbridge School we want children to be successful learners and develop a lifelong love of learning. We teach the skills they need to be effective learners and the language they need to express how they can become successful across all areas of the curriculum.

We know that children are naturally inquisitive and we aim to develop this curiosity by providing a curriculum that engages and excites but also provides challenge at the correct level.

Arranging a visit to Penbridge Junior School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Sarah.Arthur@penbridge.tsat.uk.

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