SEND Teaching Assistant ( Non School

Location:

Harrow and Northolt

Hours:

A few hours/ Part-time on Weekends, Some school holidays

Salary:
National Living Wage or more dependent on experience and qualifications

STARS & SEND is an inclusive sports club designed for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Our focus is on communication, collaboration, and adaptation, ensuring every child can enjoy and participate in sports and physical activity in a way that suits them best.

We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic assistants to support our sessions, helping children develop their skills, confidence, and love for physical activity. This role is ideal for anyone with experience in working with children with SEND, or an interest in making physical activity accessible for all.

• Support teachers in delivering engaging, inclusive sessions.
• Adapt activities to meet the needs of individual children.
• Encourage teamwork, confidence, and participation.
• Provide a fun and safe environment for all.
• Set up and tidy sports equipment.
• Communicate effectively with children and young people, parents, and staff.
• Occasional light admin work such as photo taking or social media.

• A passion for working with children and making sports accessible.
• Experience in coaching, sports, education, or working with individuals with SEND.
• Ability to adapt activities and provide individualised support.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive, patient, and enthusiastic attitude.
• Relevant qualifications or currently studying a sport or education based qualification.
• DBS check on the update service and up to date safeguarding training (or willingness to obtain).
• Recent reference.

Please send your CV and a short cover letter explaining your why you are interested in this role along with your availability to adm

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experience levels. If you’re passionate about making sports fun and accessible for all, we’d love to hear from you!