Part-Time PE Technician
**PLEASE NOTE APPLICATIONS MUST BE MADE VIA OUR WEBSITE USING OUR APPLICATION FORM**
Contract: Permanent, Term-Time plus 1 week (39 weeks)
Hours: Part-time, 10 hours/week. Flexible working pattern available
Salary: Grade 4, point 5. Full-year salary is £28,583, actual salary for part time, term time working is £5920
Are you passionate about sport and looking for a flexible role that fits around your life? Do you want to play a vital part in inspiring the next generation of young athletes?
We are seeking a proactive, organised, and enthusiastic PE Technician to join our dynamic PE department. If you are handy with sports equipment, love keeping things organized, and enjoy working in a vibrant school environment, we want to hear from you!
About the role
As our PE Technician, you will be the backbone of the department, working closely with the Head of PE to ensure the smooth, safe, and efficient running of day-to-day lessons and extra-curricular fixtures.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Equipment & Pitch Prep: Setting up sports pitches, organising equipment for lessons and managing first aid kits.
- Fixture Logistics: Coordinating transport for weekly away-games and sports fixtures.
- Department Admin: Managing data entry, photocopying and creating our half-termly sports bulletin in the newsletter to celebrate student success.
- Kit & Stock Care: Inventory-checking and organising the servicing of sports equipment, as well as managing team kits.
- Student Support: Providing hands-on assistance during lessons under the guidance of teaching staff, and helping out at events like Sports Day and Open Evenings.
About You
This role is perfect for someone who is energetic, highly organised and a great team player.
Ideally, you will have:
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills to liaise with staff, students, and transport providers.
- Basic IT skills for data entry and creating newsletters/noticeboards.
- A commitment to health and safety, safeguarding, and promoting inclusivity in youth sports.
- Flexibility and a "can-do" attitude.
Why Join Us?
- True flexibility: With 10 hours per week and a flexible working pattern, this role can easily balance with other commitments or studies.
- Term-Time Only: Enjoy the benefit of having school holidays off (38 weeks of term time + 1 week for prep/training).
- A supportive environment: You will be a valued member of a passionate team dedicated to student well-being and success.
About us
UCC is a larger than average 11–18 comprehensive school serving the biggest catchment area in England. We received an Ofsted Good rating in April 2023 and were recognised as ‘Best Secondary School in Cumbria’ at the annual NewsQuest Educational awards in October 2023.
This is an exciting time to be joining UCC. We have been named in the school rebuilding programme and planning and project works will begin in the very near future; we will soon have some of the newest and best-resourced school buildings in the country.
UCC is a friendly, supportive employer with a lot to offer its employees. Our Staff Wellbeing group and approachable leadership team work hard to maintain a responsive and professional working environment. Benefits to employees include but are not limited to:
- A welcoming and supportive community, where staff really do matter – our Staff Wellbeing group is an integral part of the school culture
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Membership of the Health Assured employee assistance programme
- Access to the latest technology to support all staff roles
- Cycle-to-work salary sacrifice scheme
- Access to comprehensive training and development
- A chance to contribute to the future development and direction of the school and our wider community.
How to apply
The information you will need to inform an application for this position can be found in the job description and person specification our on our website – https://ullswatercc.co.uk/vacancies/
- Applications to be made using our application form (CVs cannot be accepted): This is available on our website https://ullswatercc.co.uk/vacancies/
- Closing date for applications: 9.00am, Monday 13 July 2026. Interviews held soon after.
Designated Contact for this Vacancy
Should you have any questions regarding the post please contact:
Sue Denyer, Headteachers PA and School Admin Lead
We encourage applications from all members of society, regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, disability or age (as long as you're over 18). Please note that we do not hold a Home Office sponsor licence.
Ullswater Community College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches are carried out on successful candidates.
Pay: From £5,920.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- I understand that applications must be made using the UCC application available on the website and emailed to the HR department.
Work Location: In person
