SEN Teaching Assistant (Sports Coach Background)

Harmonia Careers; Ashford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant with a sports coaching background to support students with Special Educational Needs in Ashford. This role involves fostering physical development and confidence through structured activities, collaborating with educators, and providing individualized support. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and a strong enthusiasm for nurturing student growth.

Benefits

Earn £88.94 per day

Enhance students' educational experiences

Positive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in sports coaching.
• Experience engaging with children in educational settings.
• Relevant qualifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Incorporate physical education into the curriculum.
• Provide individualized support to students with SEN.
• Collaborate with educators to develop IEPs.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Empathy

Flexibility

Education

CACHE Level 3

SEN TA training

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (Sports Coach Background)

Location: Ashford

Salary: £88.94 per day

Start: Immediate

Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you a sports coach passionate about making a difference in young lives? GSL Education are recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant with a background in sports coaching to join our proactive team in Ashford.

This role offers the opportunity to utilise your coaching skills to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), fostering their physical development and confidence through structured activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Incorporating physical education and sports activities into the curriculum to promote student engagement and well-being.
• Providing individualised support to students with various SEN, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Collaborating with educators and therapists to develop and implement personalised education plans (IEPs).
• Fostering an inclusive and supportive classroom environment, encouraging student participation and physical activity.
• Monitoring and recording student progress, contributing to ongoing assessments and support strategies.
  
  

Requirements

• Possesses a solid foundation in sports coaching, driven by a strong enthusiasm for physical education and nurturing student growth.
• Demonstrated experience engaging with children and young people, ideally within educational or coaching environments.
• Exhibits excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, fostering positive relationships with both students and colleagues.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 3, SEN TA training) are desirable.
• Displays patience, empathy, and flexibility in supporting the varied needs of learners.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Fully prepared to complete enhanced background checks, in accordance with safeguarding requirements for working with children and vulnerable individuals.
• Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
  
  

Benefits

• Earn £88.94 per day, reflecting the value we place on your expertise and dedication.
• Play a crucial role in enhancing students' educational experiences, fostering their growth and development.
• Be part of a team that prioritises collaboration and staff well-being, ensuring a positive workplace culture.
  
  

If you are a passionate SEN TA eager to make a real difference in the lives of children in Ashford, we invite you to apply today!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the SEN TA role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.