Sports Based Teaching Assistant
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Sports-Based Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Hackney / Islington
£90 – £110 per day (depending on experience)
Full-time | Immediate start
Are you from a sports, coaching, or fitness background and looking to make a real impact in a school setting?
We are currently recruiting for a Sports-Based Teaching Assistant to work in a supportive and inclusive primary/secondary school in Hackney / Islington. This role is ideal for individuals with a passion for working with young people, particularly those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
The Role:
- Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
- Working with children with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and behavioural needs
- Using sport and physical activity as a tool to engage and motivate students
- Assisting the class teacher with behaviour management and lesson support
- Promoting positive behaviour, confidence, and emotional regulation
- Supporting both inside the classroom and during outdoor/PE sessions
The Ideal Candidate:
- Background in sports, coaching, personal training, or fitness
- Experience working with children or young people (school, coaching, mentoring, etc.)
- Strong behaviour management and ability to build rapport
- Energetic, resilient, and confident in managing challenging behaviour
- Passionate about supporting students with SEN and SEMH needs
- A team player with a proactive attitude
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- Minimum 6 months experience working with children or young people
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain one)
- Right to work in the UK
- Good level of spoken English
Why Apply?
- Excellent opportunity to gain hands-on SEN experience
- Ideal stepping stone into teaching, psychology, or youth work
- Supportive school environment with ongoing training
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact on young people’s lives
- Location:
- Charing Cross
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Education And Training
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