Sports Coach

Simply Education Ltd; Alsager; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Simply Education Ltd is partnering with a specialist ASD school in Alsager to recruit a Sports Coach acting as a Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis. You’ll help pupils engage through sport, support personal development and reinforce learning through positive, structured activities.

The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support, building confidence, communication and emotional regulation while collaborating with teachers and the wider support team.

Qualifications

• Experience in Sports Coaching, PE teaching or related roles.
• Experience as Teaching Assistant or in SEN/ ASD environments.
• Background in Alternative Provision, Youth Work or mentoring.
• Experience in Children's care or residential support and community sports.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with ASD and additional needs.
• Use sport and physical activity to engage pupils and develop confidence.
• Work closely with teachers and specialist staff to create a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Model positive behaviour, resilience and teamwork during school activities.

Skills

Sports Coaching

Teaching Assistant

ASD Environments

Youth Work

Personal Training

Job description

Sports Coach - Alsager

Long-Term | Full-Time | Specialist ASD School

A specialist school in Alsager supporting pupils ASD within special school setting. They looking for a passionate Sports Coach to join their team as a Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis, with the potential for a permanent position for the right person.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Sports Coach who wants to use their passion for sport to make a genuine difference to young people's lives, supporting their education, confidence, behaviour and personal development.

As a Sports Coach working as a Teaching Assistant, you'll use sport and physical activity as a positive tool to engage pupils, develop confidence and encourage participation in education.

You'll work closely with teachers and the wider support team, providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with ASD and additional needs.

Sport and physical activity will be used to help pupils:

• Build confidence, resilience and self-esteem
• Develop communication and social skills
• Improve teamwork and cooperation
• Develop emotional regulation
• Manage behaviour and emotions positively
• Build positive relationships with adults and peers
• Develop motivation and engagement
• Recognise their strengths and achievements
• Develop a positive attitude towards education
• Improve physical wellbeing and confidence

Sport at the Heart of Learning

This isn't simply a sports coaching role.

You'll be working as a Teaching Assistant, supporting pupils throughout their school day while using your sporting background to engage, motivate and build positive relationships.

You could be supporting a pupil who finds traditional classroom learning challenging to discover an activity they enjoy and feel successful in.

You'll help young people develop important skills such as teamwork, resilience, communication, discipline and perseverance, while creating opportunities for them to experience success.

Working alongside teachers and specialist staff, you'll help create an environment where pupils feel safe, supported and confident enough to participate and learn.

Your Experience

We're looking for an enthusiastic Sports Coach who is interested in working as a Teaching Assistant and can build strong professional relationships with young people.

Your experience could come from:

• Sports Coaching
• PE Teaching or Sports Studies
• Teaching Assistant or SEN roles
• SEND or ASD environments
• Alternative Provision
• Youth Work or Mentoring
• Children's Care or Residential Support
• Community Sports
• Football, rugby or other team sports
• Personal Training or fitness

We're Looking For Someone Who Can

• Use sport to engage and motivate young people
• Work effectively as a Teaching Assistant
• Build positive and trusting relationships
• Support pupils with ASD and additional needs
• Remain calm, patient and consistent
• Encourage confidence, resilience and independence
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Work effectively alongside teachers and specialist staff
• Celebrate progress and recognise achievements
• Be a positive and enthusiastic role model

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Sports Coach who wants to take their passion for sport into education and work as a Teaching Assistant in a specialist ASD school.

You could be the person who helps a young person discover a passion for sport, rebuild their confidence, develop new skills and realise what they are capable of achieving.

If you're passionate about sport, education and supporting young people with ASD, we'd love to hear from you.