Sports Coach & Teaching Assistant

Exciting Opportunity as a Sports Coach and Teaching Assistant in Broadgreen Area!

A prestigious school in the Broadgreen area has approached me to find a skilled support assistant to take on a unique part-time role as a sports coach and teaching assistant. This individual will play a crucial role in building strong connections with the students and ensuring their academic and social development thrives.

The school boasts excellent transport links and has gained a stellar reputation for providing outstanding support to its primary school students. The Head teacher is highly motivated to implement this new full-time position, specifically targeting children with Social Emotional and Mental Health Needs who may require additional assistance. The job details are still being fine-tuned, as the allocation of funds for this role has only recently been confirmed.

As the chosen support assistant, you will work between 25-32 hours a week, dividing your time between sports coaching and pastoral mentoring. You will be providing personalized support, mostly on a one-on-one or small group basis, to children facing challenges integrating into the regular school environment due to various special educational needs.

This role comes with a special emphasis on improving social skills and fostering confidence through engaging sports activities. As part of your responsibilities, you'll also lead high-quality PE sessions and sports activities during break and lunch times.

Initially, the position will be offered on a temporary basis through Teaching Personnel, with the role starting in September 2024. The school holds a GOOD rating by Ofsted and maintains a strong reputation for excellence. The Head teacher is known for her approachability and ensures that new staff members receive ample support and guidance during their induction.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity that will make a significant impact on the lives of the students, particularly those facing greater challenges. The school seeks applicants who possess experience in a primary school setting, preferably with exposure to both KS1 and KS2. Additionally, candidates with qualifications and/or experience in delivering sports programs to young children will be given preference.

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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.
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