Sports Coach to Teaching Assistant — SEMH

Protocol Education Ltd; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Weekly PAYE payments

FREE CPD and online training

Dedicated education consultant

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Ongoing support

£50 Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Protocol Education are recruiting for a Sports Coach / Teaching Assistant to work within a Sunderland school supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs. You will use sport, physical activity and positive relationships to help pupils re-engage with education and develop confidence.

This full-time role runs during term time, with school hours and a daily rate of £98–£120 depending on experience. A background in sports coaching or youth work is ideal, with DBS and right to work in the UK

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people is desirable
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply for one
• Right to work in the UK
• References covering relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils during lessons and activities
• Using sport to build relationships and encourage engagement
• Delivering or supporting physical activities
• Providing 1:1 and small-group mentoring
• Supporting positive behaviour
• Helping pupils manage emotions and frustrations
• Encouraging teamwork, communication and resilience
• Working alongside teachers and pastoral staff
• Acting as a positive role model

Skills

Energetic and enthusiastic

Confident with teenagers

Patient and resilient

Strong communicator

Positive and approachable

Boundaries setting

Passionate about helping young people

Education

Experience working with young people

Job description

Protocol Education are recruiting for a Sports Coach / Teaching Assistant to work within a Sunderland school supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs. You will use sport, physical activity and positive relationships to help pupils re-engage with education and develop confidence.

This full-time role runs during term time, with school hours and a daily rate of £98–£120 depending on experience. A background in sports coaching or youth work is ideal, with DBS and right to work in the UK