PE Technician

About the role

PE TECHNICIAN required for September 2026

Contract type Fixed term - September 2026 to July 2027

Hours of work: 8.30am to 3.30pm with a 30-minute lunch break plus additional hours to provide assistance with after school clubs and sporting events

Days of work: Monday to Friday - Term time only

Salary: £10.85 to £12.71 per hour depending on age

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic PE Technician to support the delivery of high-quality physical education and sports provision across the school.  This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical, on‑the‑job experience working with young people for someone with a strong passion for sport.

What are we looking for?

• Ideally a strong interest in sport and physical activity

• Good organisational and time management skills

• A proactive and flexible approach to work

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Awareness of health and safety requirements (training can be provided)

• Ability to provide administrative support with departmental organisation

What can we offer you?

• A supportive and friendly working environment

• Practical experience mentored by exceptional PE teaching staff, building the skills needed for a future career in sport, education or coaching

Main areas of responsibility

• Prepare and organise equipment, set up lesson resources and help teachers get ready for practical activities

• Maintain, inspect, and safely store PE equipment

• Help run and support extracurricular clubs, sports sessions and activities before, during and after school

• Help organise fixtures, competitions, and sports days

The school has been graded outstanding by Ofsted.  The school was inspected by Ofsted in the June of 2024 and found to be ‘Outstanding’ in every category. The inspectors described the school as a “highly happy and purposeful place to be” and that “pupils treat each other with the utmost tolerance and respect”. They also referred to the “exceptional work” pupils produce and the “wealth of wider opportunities that promote personal development.”

Application packs are available to download from the school website www.broxbourne.herts.sch.uk. Please apply by completing the school’s application form and submitting, with your letter of application, to Mr. P Clift, Headteacher.  Electronic applications are preferred and can be submitted via [email protected]   

Please note that applications must be the creation of the candidate applying.  Whilst technology, including artificial intelligence, may be used to help the candidate select certain phraseology, if A.I. is used substantially, the application may be disregarded.

Closing date: Tuesday 1st September midday

 Achievement and Opportunity for All

We are an Equal Opportunities employer.  The Broxbourne School is committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates and encourage those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics, to apply. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects anyone applying to work in our school to share this commitment.  All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory enhanced criminal records with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring service.