SEN Sports Coach – Help Students Thrive

CER (United Kingdom); North East; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

CPD courses via Affinity Academy

Pension scheme through NEST

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

CER Education is recruiting a Sports Coach to work as a Teaching Assistant in a Durham SEN school. The role runs full-time, term-time only, Monday to Friday 8:30am–4:30pm, with pay from £14.25 to £17.29 per hour.

This role supports students aged 11–19 with SEMH, ASD or ADHD, collaborating with class teachers to deliver tailored interventions and nurture a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Current students or graduates studying relevant fields such as Sports Coaching or Sport and Development.
• Experience in coaching, football coaching, fitness, SEMH settings (3 months+).
• Qualifications in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools are encouraged but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support to students aged 11–19 with SEMH, ASD or ADHD.
• Collaborate with teachers to deliver tailored interventions and support strategies.
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment and promote student engagement.
• Assist with EHCPs and support academic and social development.
• Provide pastoral care and help with behaviour management and life skills.

Skills

Sports coaching

Student support

Behaviour management

Education

Level 3 in Sport

Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Job description

CER Education is recruiting a Sports Coach to work as a Teaching Assistant in a Durham SEN school. The role runs full-time, term-time only, Monday to Friday 8:30am–4:30pm, with pay from £14.25 to £17.29 per hour.

This role supports students aged 11–19 with SEMH, ASD or ADHD, collaborating with class teachers to deliver tailored interventions and nurture a positive learning environment.