Sport Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with a passion for Sport to join a fantastic SEN school near Southampton. Candidates should have experience in sports coaching and a desire to support young children with special educational needs. Responsibilities include fostering pupil development and effective communication with staff and parents. This is a temporary to permanent position with immediate start.

Qualifications

• Drive and determination to support pupil development with high achievement expectations.
• Experience working in SEN and strong knowledge of SEND requirements.
• Confidence in developing pupils socially, emotionally, and behaviorally.

Responsibilities

• Support pupil development with high achievement expectations.
• Communicate effectively with staff, pupils, and parents.
• Adapt under pressure to sensitive scenarios.

Skills

Empathy

Sports Coaching

Effective Communication

Adaptability

Education

Level 2 Coaching Badges

Sports Degree

Job description

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Teaching Assistant with a Passion for Sport at a SEN School

Prospero Teaching is working with a fantastic SEN School near Southampton, seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with a passion for Sport.

The school offers a tailored educational programme for pupils aged 11-16 years with ASC & Additional Needs, including SEMH. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with young children with special educational needs and have experience in Sports Coaching with leadership qualities.

We welcome applicants with relevant sports experience and qualifications, including sports coaching badges and sports degrees. The position may suit those seeking a career in PE teaching or sports coaching, or those wishing to gain experience before entering education or training.

Position Details

• Location: Southampton, Hampshire
• Position: PE Teaching Assistant
• Type of work: Sports Teaching Assistant
• Start date: ASAP
• Duration: Temporary to Permanent
• Contract type: Temp to Perm
• Rate of pay: £ per day
• Hours: 8:45 am – 4:15 pm

Requirements

• Drive and determination to support pupil development with high achievement expectations
• Empathy and caring nature for sensitive scenarios
• Effective communication with staff, pupils, and parents
• Adaptability and proactiveness under pressure
• Confidence in developing pupils socially, emotionally, and behaviorally
• Experience working in SEN and strong knowledge of SEND requirements
• Sports Coaching Experience / Level 2 Coaching Badges

Eligibility

• Right to Work in the UK
• Enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the update service or willing to obtain one
• Two professional child-related references