Sports Development Mentor - September 2026 Start! New

Location: Pontypool, South Wales
Pay Rate: £14.25 an hour
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: September 20026

Make a difference as a Sports Development Mentor!

Do you love working with young people? Confident, energetic and passionate about using sport to build confidence and improve behaviour?
We’re looking for a Sports Development Mentor to support students aged 11–16 at a welcoming secondary school in Pontypool.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on keeping pupils active, focused and engaged. You’ll use sport, structure and positive mentoring to help students overcome barriers and make real progress — both in and out of the classroom.

⭐ What You’ll be doing:

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups
• Use sport, games and physical activity to encourage positive behaviour
• Help students refocus, regulate emotions and stay engaged
• Build strong, supportive relationships
• Work closely with teachers and pastoral teams

⭐ Who We’re Looking For

• Experience with young people & children
• Sports coaching / fitness instruction
• Youth work or mentoring
• Outdoor activity leadership
• Care or support roles

⭐ You’ll Thrive Here If You Are:

• Confident and approachable
• Resilient and calm under pressure
• Passionate about helping young people succeed
• Comfortable supporting challenging behaviour
• Excited to bring your love of sport into the classroom!

✅Requirements

(Must be willing to obtain at your own cost but we will help you with this through onboarding— as this demonstrates your commitment to the role)

We can help you obtain these, or you may already hold them:

• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
• At least two professional referencescovering the past 24 months
• Over 18

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay
• Dedicated recruitment consultant support throughout all your placements
• Level 2 Safeguarding qualification as part of onboarding
• A wide range of free online courses and discounted CPD opportunities
• Access to both temporary and permanent roles across local partnership schools – flexibility to fit around your schedule!
• Opportunities to step up and lead the class as a supply teacher

Ready to Kick‑Start Your Career in Education?

If you’re excited to bring your energy, teamwork and passion for sport into the classroom, we’d love to hear from you!
Send your CV today to millie.crocker@teachingpersonnel.com and take the next step in your educational journey.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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