HOURS: 37 hours, term time only plus all inset days
Part Time applications will also be considered
Do you thrive in the open air and have a passion for adventure? We are looking for an energetic and reliable Outdoor Sports Assistant to help deliver inspiring outdoor learning experiences, supporting our students to build confidence, resilience, and teamwork skills through activity.
About WPT
At Wickersley Partnership Trust (WPT), we are fueled by a single commitment: 'We never knowingly do less for other people’s children than we would for our own.' As a thriving network of schools across South Yorkshire, we combine high expectations with embedded inclusivity. We do not work in silos; instead, we rely on deep collaboration and school-to-school support to ensure every student develops socially, emotionally, and academically to achieve the highest standards.
About the Role
As an Outdoor Sports Assistant, you will play a key role in the smooth running of our outdoor education provision. You will work alongside teachers and outdoor instructors to facilitate a range of activities, ensuring that equipment is safe and ready for use and that students are supported to get the most out of every session. This role requires a hands-on approach, confidence around water, and a willingness to get involved in all aspects of outdoor adventure, from logistics to student engagement.
Responsibilities
Equipment Management: Responsible for the preparation, maintenance, and storage of equipment, ensuring it is safe and ready for all outdoor adventure lessons.
Teaching Support: Assist instructors during sessions by supporting student participation, implementing Individual Education Programmes (IEPs), and conducting assessments to monitor progress.
Safety & Compliance: Apply good practice and safety measures (particularly for water sports) in line with National Governing Body standards, including providing First Aid.
Enrichment: Contribute to the coordination of extra-curricular activities and competitions, showing a willingness to support a wide variety of outdoor pursuits.
The successful candidate must hold an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
Why Join Us?
Competitive salary
Generous Local Government (support staff) and Teacher Pension Schemes
Health and Wellbeing, including a Westfield Health subscription
Professional Growth and Development
***Closing Date: Noon, Monday 5th January 2026***
For further information and to apply, please visit our recruitment website: https://recruitment.wickersleypt.org
For more information about Wickersley Partnership Trust, including the benefits of working for us, please visit our main website: https://www.wickersleypt.org
We may conduct interviews as applications are received, and this vacancy may be withdrawn without notice. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, the appointment will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and satisfactory references. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service
Please note that we operate a safer recruitment policy and do not accept CVs. All applicants must complete an application form in full.
**Please upload a supporting statement which should be no longer than two sides of A4 (this should not be a CV), clearly demonstrating:
Why are you applying for this position
How you meet the competencies of this role using examples from your current and previous experience (please refer to the documents attached to the advert)
Any information which you consider relevant that you have not already mentioned
