PPA Cover Supervisor – Level 1 – PE and Sports Coach

Overview

South Grove is rated Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in May 2024 and is a larger than average primary school with a large nursery and a designated Special Resourced Provision for children with autism and global delay, serving a vibrant and diverse community of Walthamstow.

The Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, PE Sports Coach to join our committed and dedicated large team of staff. This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, supportive school to begin a PE and Sports Coach career or to continue your professional journey in our highly inclusive school. 

Are you looking for an exciting challenge?

Are you inspired by helping to develop children in PE and Sports?

Are you passionate about providing creative and challenging PE and Sports experiences for children?

Ideal candidates will:

• Have the resolve to make a real difference to develop the healthy lives of children
• Be committed to the school’s ethos of high expectations for all in all areas of PE and sports
• Support the school to continue to develop the profile of PE and Sports both internally and externally
• Enjoy working as part of a team and be a team player 

We will offer you:

• Opportunity to work in an attractive stimulating school setting conducive to team teaching and a supportive working atmosphere
• The support and expertise of our experienced and established leadership team and team of staff
• A school committed to your continuing professional development
• All the advice and training you need to be an excellent PE and Sports Coach
• Free on Site parking
• Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme, offering mental health and wellbeing support

 This is an excellent opportunity to join an established, popular, successful and inclusive school within a well-resourced building.
Come and join a caring, supportive team, where you will be valued.

Application Pack and how to apply

• PPA Cover Supervisor – Level 1 – PE and Sports Coach - Job Description and Person Specification
• Application Form Support Staff - DOC 
• Application Form Support Staff - PDF
• About Our School

All completed applications should be returned to the school at the following address South Grove Primary, Ringwood Road, Walthamstow, E17 8PW or emailed to: hr@southgrove.waltham.sch.uk

Prospective candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school, Wednesday the 8^th October 2025 at 4pm. Please email hr@southgrove.waltham.sch.uk to arrange an informal visit to the school.

Safeguarding

South Grove Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks. References will be sought ad successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Location

South Grove Primary School
37 Ringwood Rd
London
Waltham Forest
E17 8PW