SEN Sports Coach / Teaching Assistant

senploy; Walkden; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational services provider is seeking an energetic Sports Coach SEN Teaching Assistant for a hybrid role in Walkden. The position involves delivering engaging sports sessions and providing 1:1 support to a child needing additional help. Ideal candidates will have a background in sports or youth work, alongside a positive attitude and patience. This rewarding role offers competitive pay and professional development opportunities in a friendly primary school environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Background in sports coaching, youth work or PE.
• Experience with children with SEN or willingness to learn.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the school day.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality sports coaching sessions to primary pupils.
• Provide tailored 1:1 support for children behind age-related expectations.
• Support class teachers to ensure nurturing care.

Skills

Sports coaching

Youth work

Patience

Team player

Job description

Sports Coach SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary School in Walkden

We are looking for an energetic, committed and adaptable Sports Coach SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Primary School in Walkden. This is a hybrid role, offering the perfect blend of delivering engaging sports sessions and providing 1:1 SEN support.

The Role

• Deliver high-quality sports coaching sessions to groups of primary pupils, promoting teamwork, fitness and positive attitudes.
• Work 1:1 with a child who is currently working behind age-related expectations, providing tailored support, encouragement, and interventions to help them progress.
• Support class teachers and follow the child's needs closely to ensure consistent and nurturing care.
• Bring enthusiasm, resilience and a calm, supportive approach to every day.

We're Looking For

• A background in sports coaching, youth work or PE.
• Experience working with children with SEN or a willingness to learn.
• Someone patient, proactive and positive, who enjoys making a difference.
• A reliable team player who can adapt to the needs of the school day.

What's on Offer

• A rewarding long-term role in a friendly, supportive Walkden primary school.
• The chance to combine your passion for sport with meaningful SEN support.
• Competitive pay and ongoing professional development opportunities.

If you're passionate about empowering children through sport and dedicated SEN support, we'd love to hear from you.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.