Sports Coach (HLTA)

Myatt Garden Primary School, London, SE4 1DF

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  31 October 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  13 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: Monday to Thursday, 22 hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £37,509-£38,637
• Actual salary: £20,368 - £20,980

What skills and experience we're looking for

GCSE Level 4 Maths or equivalent (minimum)

GCSE Level 4 English or equivalent (minimum)

Level 4 HLTA qualification or willingness to

First Aid Training

Relevant sports qualification

Experience working in a school environment or other educational setting

Experience working with children / young people

Experience planning and delivering sporting activities

Sports coach experience

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Good organisational skills

Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults

Skills and expertise in understanding the needs of all pupils

Knowledge of how to help adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs

Subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, and ability to apply this effectively in supporting teachers and pupils

Excellent verbal communication skills

Active listening skills

The ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children

Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning

Understanding of roles and responsibilities within the classroom and whole school context

Understanding of effective teaching methods

Knowledge of how to successfully lead learning activities for a group or class of children

Knowledge of how statutory and non-statutory frameworks for the school curriculum relate to the age and ability ranges of the learners they support

Knowledge of how to support learners in accessing the curriculum in accordance with the SEND code of practice

Enjoyment of working with children

Sensitivity and understanding, to help build good relationships with pupils

A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils, and promoting the ethos and values of the school

Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times

Commitment to safeguarding pupil’s wellbeing and equality

Resilient, positive, forward looking and enthusiastic about making a difference

Capacity to inspire, motivate and challenge children and young people

What the school offers its staff

Our school is full of enthusiastic and talented teachers and support staff who put the children at the heart of everything they do. At Myatt Garden we value the wellbeing of all of our staff. It is a key focus that informs every decision we make. Come and join our team at Myatt and benefit from:

A stable, supportive and dedicated staff team who are passionate about what they do

Respectful, kind and eager pupils who love learning

An approachable, flexible and compassionate senior leadership team

Opportunities to join working groups and have your say in policy making and strategy across the school.

Excellent CPD opportunities and mentoring

Staff wellbeing committee and mental health champions

Free tea and coffee in our regularly stocked staff room

Free onsite car park

Whole staff social events

Team spirit and a ‘can do’ culture Above all, Myatt Garden is an inclusive school that celebrates and embraces our differences. We invite you to come and be your authentic self at our school and to use your unique experiences to enhance the learning of our pupils.

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

Myatt Garden School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any successful appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

HLTA Sports Coach Applicant Pack.pdf - 5.1 MB (opens in new tab)

About Myatt Garden Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 389 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Myatt Garden Primary School website
• Email address: RECRUITMENT@MYATTGARDEN.LEWISHAM.SCH.UK
• Phone number: 02086910611
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/myatt-garden-primary-school

Myatt Garden is a vibrant and creative two-form entry primary school in Brockley. There are 393 children on roll, including our nursery. The school serves a very diverse community with our pupil premium children making up about 20% of our roll and 61% of our pupils belonging to global majority groups.

We place a high value on a broad and balanced curriculum which ensures children are passionate about learning and ready for future challenges. We have a strong shared vision where all our children are encouraged to enjoy and excel at learning and life. We have created a vibrant and enriching learning community where children, staff and families are valued, included and respected, and where all are encouraged to develop and achieve their potential and make a contribution.

We believe in the ability of every child and our mission is to create an environment where children have:
¨ the learning and social skills to succeed and contribute
¨ the confidence, enthusiasm and self-belief to achieve, create and participate
¨ the curiosity and passion to problem-solve, take risks and be ambitious
¨ and a sense of social responsibility that makes them team players, great friends and active citizens

Arranging a visit to Myatt Garden Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email RECRUITMENT@MYATTGARDEN.LEWISHAM.SCH.UK.

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