LSA (Sports Coach)

senploy; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Preston is seeking an energetic LSA (Sports Coach) to support students with special educational needs. This full-time role involves assisting in classroom activities, coaching sports, and providing emotional and curriculum support to children aged 11 to 16. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role and possess coaching qualifications. Applications are welcome to help create an inclusive learning environment.

Benefits

Meaningful impact on learners' lives

Supportive working environment

Competitive salary based on experience

Qualifications

• Experience working in a similar educational setting.
• Experience supporting children with challenging behaviours.
• Extensive background in sports.

Responsibilities

• Assist in facilitating general classroom activities.
• Support children with special educational needs.
• Deescalate challenging behaviours.

Skills

Teaching skills

Coaching in sports

Behaviour management

Education

Coaching qualifications or degree in sports coaching

Job description

Overview

LSA (Sports Coach)

Are you an energetic and dedicated LSA or Sports Coach with a passion for supporting students with special educational needs (SEN)? This is a unique opportunity for you to use your background and passion for sports to develop bonds with students and support their academic and personal needs.

The school

• Based in Preston
• Children are aged from 11 to 16 years old
• A brand-new alternative provision with the unique opportunity to make your mark and shape the future of the business
• Children who attend the school have ASD, ADHD, SEMH (social, emotional and mental health difficulties) and display challenging behaviour
• Children are rewarded for attendance and good behaviour

The role

• Full time role: you must be available from 08:30 until 15:30 each day
• Assist in facilitating general classroom activities
• Coaching in a variety of sports
• Supporting children who have ASD, ADHD and SEMH (social, emotional and mental health difficulties)
• Promote attendance
• Deescalate challenging behaviours
• Providing some 1-2-1 support where required
• Providing curriculum and emotional support to the children

Requirements

• Previous experience of working in a similar setting
• Have experience of supporting children and young adults who display challenging behaviour
• Have an extensive sporting background
• Hold coaching qualifications or degree in sports coaching
• Possession of a valid DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for one

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of learners with additional needs.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Competitive salary based on experience.

If you are passionate about working with learners with special educational needs and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dedicated team and help us create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all our learners.

To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and why you believe you would be a great fit for this role.

Note: This position is temporary and based on supply requirements. Working hours are Monday to Friday between 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM.