Sports Coach - SEMH Provision

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

Job summary

A reputable educational recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for an SEMH school in Blaby. This role is ideal for sports coaches who want to support young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. The position offers a daily pay of £95-£105 and a pathway to a permanent role. Applicants should have a background in sports coaching or mentoring, effective communication skills, and an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

Qualifications

• Experience in sports coaching, youth mentoring, or working with young people.
• Genuine passion for supporting children with SEMH and/or SEN needs.
• Patience, resilience, and the ability to build positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils aged 4-16 with SEMH needs, both in class and through structured activities.
• Use sports coaching skills to build confidence, teamwork, and resilience.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support, encouraging positive behaviour.

Skills

Sports coaching

Youth mentoring

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Teaching Assistant - SEMH School (Ideal for Sports Coaches)

Location: Blaby, Leicestershire (LE8)
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Daily Pay: 95 - 105 per day
Contract: Temp-to-Perm
Requirement: Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or issued within the last 12 months)

Are you a Sports Coach or someone with a sports background looking to take the next step into education? This Teaching Assistant (TA) role in an SEMH school could be the perfect opportunity to use your coaching skills to support young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.

Why Apply for This Teaching Assistant Role?

• Join an Ofsted-rated 'Good' SEMH school in Blaby (LE8).

• Use your sports coaching skills to engage and motivate pupils.

• 95- 105 per day with clear progression into a permanent TA role.

• A fantastic chance to start a career in education without prior classroom experience.

• Excellent location, accessible from Leicester and surrounding areas.

Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

• Support pupils aged 4-16 with SEMH needs, both in class and through structured activities.

• Use your sports coaching background to build confidence, teamwork, and resilience in young people.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support, encouraging positive behaviour and engagement.

• Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging and practical learning opportunities.

• Manage challenging behaviour using calm, consistent approaches.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in sports coaching, youth mentoring, or working with young people.

• A genuine passion for supporting children with SEMH and/or SEN needs.

• Patience, resilience, and the ability to build positive relationships.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• An Enhanced DBS (child workforce) on the Update Service - or willingness to obtain one.

Apply Now - Teaching Assistant (Ideal for Sports Coaches)

If you have a background in sports coaching and are ready to take your skills into a rewarding Teaching Assistant role within an SEMH school in Blaby (LE8), we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV, and Adam at Long Term Futures will be in touch with successful applicants.