Sporty SEND Teaching Assistant
Job Title: Sporty SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: London
Start Date: Immediate Start / After Half Term
Salary: £95–£110 per day
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunities
Are you energetic, sporty and passionate about supporting young people with additional needs?
Do you have a background in sports coaching, PE, youth work or supporting children with challenging behaviour?
Are you a confident, active and enthusiastic individual who can use sport to inspire and motivate pupils?
TeacherActive are proud to be recruiting for a Sporty SEND Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist SEND school in London.
We are looking for enthusiastic, resilient and proactive individuals who enjoy being active and can use sport, physical activity and positive engagement to support pupils with Autism (ASD), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) and other additional learning needs.
This is a fantastic opportunity for sports coaches, PE graduates, youth workers or experienced Teaching Assistants looking to make a real difference in a specialist education setting.
The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will:
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.
The ideal candidate will have:
A background in sports coaching, PE, youth work or education.
Experience supporting children or young people with SEND or challenging behaviour (desirable).
A positive, energetic and resilient personality.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
The ability to act as a positive role model.
A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential.
In return, you can expect:
Competitive rates of pay.
A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you.
Access to CPD courses and additional training through our My-Progression platform.
Opportunities for long-term placements and career development.
A £100 referral bonus when you refer a friend (terms and conditions apply).
If you're a sporty, enthusiastic and motivated individual looking to make a difference in the lives of young people with SEND, we want to hear from you!
Apply today with your updated CV to find out more about this exciting opportunity.
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and providing good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment
