LSA​/Sports Coach

Job Title:

LSA/Sports Coach

Location:

Mid Essex

Start Date:

September

Salary: £19,118 per annum (pro rata), based on a full-time equivalent salary of £25,183

Are you passionate about supporting secondary school students both in the classroom and through sport?

Do you have the confidence to engage and motivate young people to achieve their full potential?

Do you hold Maths and English qualifications at Level 2 or GCSE equivalent?

The school is looking to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Assistant / Sports Coach on a permanent, full‑time basis from September. The successful Learning Support Assistant / Sports Coach will support students across the curriculum while also helping to deliver and promote sports activities, encouraging participation, teamwork, confidence, and positive engagement both inside and outside of the classroom.

• Maths and English at Level 2 or GCSE equivalent
• Experience working with children or young people in an educational setting
• Experience coaching sports or leading physical activities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
• A proactive, patient, and enthusiastic approach

• A permanent position within a supportive secondary school
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training
• A collaborative and welcoming staff team
• Access to school wellbeing and support initiatives
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to students' educational journeys through education and sport

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