Sports Graduate Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd; Horsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational recruitment agency is looking for Sports Graduates to work as SEN Learning Support Assistants in Horsham. You will support pupils with autism and ADHD, encouraging engagement and emotional regulation while working in a strong team. A driving license is required, but no prior classroom experience is necessary. This role is full-time during term time, with the possibility of becoming permanent later. Candidates will undergo safeguarding checks and must have a valid DBS check.

Benefits

FREE child protection and prevent duty training

Full assistance with DBS checks

Qualifications

• No classroom experience needed, just the right mindset.
• All applicants will require appropriate qualifications and training.
• Driving is required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups.
• Encouraging engagement, focus & confidence.
• Helping pupils regulate emotions.
• Working as part of a strong team.

Skills

Strong English communication

Ability to motivate without shouting

Calm under pressure

Job description

Sports Graduate → SEN Learning Support Assistant

Horsham & Crawley | Full-Time | Term-Time

Played sport at a decent level?
Coached kids? Led a team? Been the calm one under pressure?

That skillset is gold dust in SEN education.

We’re recruiting Sports Graduates / Sports Coaches to work as SEN Learning Support Assistants, supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, and communication needs.

Why sport backgrounds thrive in SEN:

• You understand structure, routine & boundaries

• You stay calm when things get intense

• You motivate without shouting

• You communicate clearly and simply

The role:

• Supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups

• Encouraging engagement, focus & confidence

• Helping pupils regulate emotions

• Working as part of a strong team

Strong English communication is essential.

Driving is Rewuired

No classroom experience needed, just the right mindset.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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