The PE & Swimming Assistant should be an adaptable, sociable and physically fit individual who is able to perform a wide variety of roles to support the teachers in the physical education of the students at ISPH. He/she must be able to communicate effectively in English and maintain a flexible working relationship with the teacher. He/she must possess a sound knowledge of the School's vision and mission statement. The PE & Swimming Assistant is expected to be in school between 7.30am and 4.30pm every school day. He/she is also expected to help with sporting events that take place outside of these hours.
TEACHING AND LEARNING
- Assist in the physical educational and social development of all ISPH students.
- Work with groups of students to assist the teacher in both Physical Education and Swimming lessons.
- Provide one-to-one support for individual students where needed inside and outside of the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.
- Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills in sporting situations.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
- Organise equipment and set up lessons as required by the teacher.
- Ensure that all equipment is organised, stored and maintained appropriately.
- Support the class teacher with any reasonable request.
- Create and design PE notice boards to advertise sports clubs, school records, ISPH sporting values and general PE curriculum details.
- Support the PE teachers in photocopying and printing when necessary.
- Undertake playground and Multi-purpose Hall (MPH) duties as required.
- To assist with the organisation of events such as Swimming Gala, Sports Day, House Events, etc.
- To contribute to the Co-Curricular Activities program.
STANDARD AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
- Support the aims and ethos of the school
- Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance
- Attend team and staff meetings as required
- Report any Health and Safety concerns around the school
- Escort students around the school to specialist lessons as required
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
- Actively support and adhere to the Child Protection Policy, including attending annual training.
- Actively participating in other training and development activities of the department and school.