PE Teaching Assistant

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference ANS/PE/DAG_1779437047
Closing date June 21, 2026
Location East London, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

PE Teaching Assistant Pay: £100 - £130 per day (DOE)

Mon-Fri, Daily Hours: 8:00 - 16:00 Full-time / Term time only Dagenham, East London

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, patient, and energetic PE Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Dagenham. This role is ideal for someone passionate about physical education and supporting children and young people, including those with Special Educational Needs.

You will play a key role in helping pupils stay active, build confidence, and develop teamwork and motor skills in a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the delivery of PE lessons and physical activities across the school
  • Assist in adapting activities to suit a range of abilities and SEN needs
  • Encourage pupil participation, teamwork, and positive engagement in sports
  • Help set up and organise equipment safely and effectively
  • Support students' physical, social, and emotional development
  • Promote a positive and inclusive environment during lessons and activities
  • Work closely with teachers and support staff to meet individual pupil needs
  • Maintain high standards of behaviour and wellbeing in line with school policies
  • Ensure safeguarding and health & safety guidelines are always followed

    • Requirements

  • A genuine passion for sport, fitness, and working with young people
  • Experience working with children or in an SEN setting (desirable but not essential)
  • A positive, energetic, and proactive approach
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to motivate and engage students of varying abilities
  • Sports coaching, PE, or relevant experience/background (preferred)
  • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

    • Why Apply?

  • Opportunity to make a real difference in students' physical and personal development
  • Supportive and welcoming school environment
  • Active and rewarding role with variety each day
  • Potential for long-term or permanent opportunities

    • If you're interested in this PE Teaching Assistant role, please contact Aaron Nacey-Smart at Veritas Education.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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