Sports & SEMH Teaching Assistant | South Shields

Protocol Education Limited; South Shields; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE payments

Free CPD and online training

Dedicated education consultant

Long-term opportunities

Ongoing support

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Protocol Education are looking for Sports & SEMH Teaching Assistants to support pupils across South Shields.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, assist with PE and sport, and help pupils develop confidence through sport, routine and positive relationships.

This role is school-hour, term-time only with dedicated education consultant support and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH needs in a school setting.
• Ability to support pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Confident in promoting sport, routine and positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs within classroom settings.
• Work 1:1 and in small groups to aid learning.
• Assist with PE and sport activities and equipment.
• Encourage positive behaviour and relationships.
• Support independence and confidence during structured times.

Skills

Sports coaching

SEMH experience

Teaching support

Teamwork

Job description

Sports & SEMH Teaching Assistant | South Shields

Location: South Shields
Job Type: Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: Immediate Start
Hours: Monday-Friday, school hours
Pay: £98-£120 per day

Could Your Sporting Background Make a Difference?

Protocol Education are looking for Sports & SEMH Teaching Assistants to support young people across South Shields.

This role is particularly suited to someone who enjoys working with young people and understands the value of sport, routine, teamwork and positive relationships.

The Role

You will help pupils to access education and develop their confidence by:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs
• Working 1:1 and in small groups
• Supporting classroom learning
• Assisting with PE and sport
• Encouraging positive behaviour
• Helping pupils regulate emotions
• Building strong relationships
• Encouraging teamwork and communication
• Supporting pupils during less structured parts of the day
• Mentoring and encouraging positive choices
• Promoting independence and confidence

Ideal Candidates

We're keen to hear from people with experience in:

Football | Rugby | Boxing | Fitness | PE | Athletics | Basketball | Martial Arts | Coaching | Youth Work | Teaching Assistance

You should be confident, reliable and able to build positive relationships with young people.

We'd Ideally Like Someone Who Can Drive

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is highly desirable for this position.

This can be particularly useful when travelling to schools across South Shields and surrounding areas.

DBS Requirements

If you already have an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, this is advantageous and could support an immediate start.

If you don't have one, you can still apply, but you will need to be able to apply for an Enhanced DBS ASAP and complete the necessary safeguarding process.

Benefits

• £98-£120 per day
• Weekly PAYE payments
• FREE CPD and online training
• Dedicated education consultant
• Long-term opportunities
• Ongoing support
• £50 Refer a Friend bonus

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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