Teaching Assistant

Sports-Minded Teaching Assistants ⚽

Location: Port Talbot
Start Date: Immediate
Pay: £85.50 – £93 per day (PAYE)

Do you have a passion for sport, coaching, or motivating young people? Looking to bring your energy and leadership skills into the classroom?

TeacherActive is looking for enthusiastic and sports-minded Teaching Assistants to support Primary and Secondary schools across Port Talbot.

Whether you’re a recent graduate, experienced coach, fitness enthusiast, or someone who thrives in active environments, this is a fantastic opportunity to inspire pupils and make a real impact in schools.

We offer flexible opportunities including daily supply, long-term placements, and permanent roles to fit around your lifestyle and goals.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils in the classroom and during activities
• Encouraging confidence, teamwork, and positive behaviour
• Using your coaching or mentoring skills to engage young people
• Helping create a fun, active, and supportive learning environment

What We’re Looking For

Experience working with children or young people (schools, clubs, camps, coaching, etc.)
A background or strong interest in sport, fitness, coaching, or wellbeing
A positive attitude with great communication skills
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service — or willingness to obtain one

Why Join TeacherActive?

✅ Flexible work to suit your schedule
✅ Competitive weekly PAYE pay
✅ Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
✅ Free CPD training through My-Progression
✅ £100 Refer-a-Friend bonus*

Ready to turn your passion for sport into a rewarding role in education?

Apply today and our team will be in touch.
[email protected]
01792 717477

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.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

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.