Inspiring SEND Sports & PE Teaching Assistant

Philosophy Education, Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Philosophy Education, Ltd. is recruiting for a Sports Teaching Assistant / PE Teaching Assistant in Charlton, Greenwich, to support students aged 11–19 with SEND including SLD, PMLD and ASD.

You will work with the PE department to deliver inclusive lessons, adapt activities, and help students build confidence and physical wellbeing. The role is full-time, term-time only, and requires SEN experience or ASD/degree qualifications.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN within a school setting.
• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) or Level 2 qualifications in both Maths and English.

Responsibilities

• Supporting PE lessons for students with a range of additional needs.
• Assisting with the delivery of adapted sports and physical activities.
• Encouraging students to participate, develop confidence, and improve their physical wellbeing.
• Providing 1:1 and small group support during PE lessons and sporting activities.
• Assisting with school sports events, enrichment activities, and outdoor learning where appropriate.
• Working collaboratively with PE teachers, class teachers, therapists, and support staff to ensure all students can access the curriculum safely.
• Supporting students with personal care and mobility needs where required (training provided if necessary).

Skills

SEN support

Sport coaching

Team collaboration

Education

GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C)

Level 2 Maths & English

ASD support qualification

Degree-level qualification

Job description

Philosophy Education, Ltd. is recruiting for a Sports Teaching Assistant / PE Teaching Assistant in Charlton, Greenwich, to support students aged 11–19 with SEND including SLD, PMLD and ASD.

You will work with the PE department to deliver inclusive lessons, adapt activities, and help students build confidence and physical wellbeing. The role is full-time, term-time only, and requires SEN experience or ASD/degree qualifications.