Sporty SEND Teaching Assistant | Inspire with Sport

TeacherActive Limited.; Woolwich; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

24/7 consultant support

CPD courses and My-Progression access

Long-term placements and career发展

Referral bonus (£100)

Job summary

TeacherActive are recruiting a Sporty SEND Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist SEND school in London. If you have a background in sports coaching, PE or youth work, you could inspire pupils using sport to build confidence, teamwork and resilience.

This role involves 1:1 and small-group support, helping with emotional regulation, behaviour and inclusion in lessons, and building positive relationships with pupils who may struggle in traditional classrooms.

Qualifications

• Background in sports coaching, PE, youth work or education.
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND or challenging behaviour.
• Positive, energetic and resilient personality.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to act as a positive role model.
• Genuine passion for helping young people reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Use sports, games and physical activities to encourage engagement, confidence and teamwork.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour and social development.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Build positive relationships with pupils who may struggle in traditional classroom environments.
• Encourage participation in PE, outdoor learning and movement-based activities.
• Provide a calm, consistent and positive approach to behaviour management.

Skills

Sports coaching

PE

Youth work

Education

Education

Experience supporting children with SEND or challenging behaviour

Job description

TeacherActive are recruiting a Sporty SEND Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist SEND school in London. If you have a background in sports coaching, PE or youth work, you could inspire pupils using sport to build confidence, teamwork and resilience.

This role involves 1:1 and small-group support, helping with emotional regulation, behaviour and inclusion in lessons, and building positive relationships with pupils who may struggle in traditional classrooms.