Sports & Behaviour Support Assistant

Long Term Futures Ltd; East Midlands, Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sports & Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team in Leicester. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a specialist SEMH school, supporting students aged 4-16. If you have a passion for sports and a commitment to helping young people succeed, you'll thrive in this supportive environment. You'll be responsible for providing tailored support to students, using sports-based approaches to enhance engagement and learning. Join a team that values your contributions and offers professional growth opportunities, including free training in essential areas like Autism Awareness.

Benefits

Free Training

Professional Growth Opportunities

Supportive Environment

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN or SEMH.
• Background in sports, coaching, or physical education.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students.
• Manage challenging behaviors and build positive routines.

Skills

Sport Coaching

Communication Skills

Behavior Management

Resilience

Education

Background in Sport or Physical Education

Experience with SEN/SEMH

Job description

Sports & Behaviour Support Assistant

Location: Leicester (LE8)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Pay: 90 - 105 per day

Start Date: Immediate start available

Contract: Long-term with the potential to become permanent

Are you passionate about sport and committed to helping young people succeed?

We're working with a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school in Leicester (LE8) that supports students aged 4-16 who need extra support to thrive. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in sport, coaching, or physical education who wants to use those skills in a meaningful and rewarding way.

While this role is primarily classroom-based, there's plenty of opportunity to incorporate physical activity and structured sports sessions into the day.

Role Responsibilities:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils, both in the classroom and through structured physical activity
• Support students who struggle with behaviour or emotional regulation, managing challenging behaviours effectively
• Build confidence, resilience and positive routines with students
• Using sports-based approaches to help students engage positively with learning
• Encouraging participation, building trust and being a positive role model

What we're looking for:

• A background in sport, PE, coaching or similar
• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN, SEMH or behavioural challenges
• Someone who's calm, patient, and enthusiastic with excellent communication skills
• A proactive and resilient approach, with a genuine desire to make a difference

What's in it for you?

• A long-term, full-time position with the opportunity for a permanent contract
• A supportive, specialist environment that values your input and professional growth
• Access to free training, including CPD such as Autism Awareness and Behaviour Management

Apply Now!

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference, send us your CV today. A member of our team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

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