School Sports Coach

Job Title: School Sports Coach

Location: Darlington

Salary: £14.25 to £17.29 per hour

Shift Pattern: 8:30 to 16:30 – Monday to Friday – Term Time Only

CER Education are currently looking for a Teaching Assistant with Sports Coaching experience to work in one of our partner SEN schools in Darlington.

The school is an alternative provision for students with special educational needs ( SEN ), including Autistic Spectrum Disorder ( ASD ), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ( ADHD ) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health ( SEMH ).

Requirements:

• You must have at least 3 months’ relevant experience to apply for the role, this could include experience within sports coaching , football coaching , fitness , residential or SEMH settings
• Applications from graduates in relevant fields including Sports Coaching, Sport and Development, Level 3 in Sport are encouraged
• A Level 2 or Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools is not required, but applicants with these qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide individualised support to students, mainly between the ages of 11 and 19 years old with SEMH, ASD or ADHD
• Work closely with the class teacher to deliver tailored interventions and support strategies
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, encouraging student engagement and confidence
• Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Healthcare Plans (EHCPs)
• Support students in both academic and social development, helping them to build essential life skills
• Provide pastoral care and emotional support, ensuring students feel safe and valued
• Support the class teacher with managing behaviour within the classroom
• Supporting on school trips, outreach days and life skills lessons

Benefits:

• Free Car Parking on Site
• Access to the Affinity Academy for Ofqual-approved CPD Courses
• Opt-out Workplace Pensions Scheme through NEST
• A £300 sign on bonus when you sign over from other Education Agencies*
• An uncapped £250 refer a friend bonus
• Access to a Guaranteed Pay Scheme to give you greater financial security

pay rates are inclusive of rolled-up holiday pay