Sports Teaching Assistant

Overview

Aspire People are working in partnership with a large SEND School in Stockport, SK2. The SLT are looking for candidates with a Sports Coaching background to work as a Teaching Assistant with identified pupils. The school supports pupils with a range of needs including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Pupils may exhibit behaviours that challenge, so candidates need to be confident supporting those with SEMH needs, resilient, and passionate about understanding the bigger picture.

Pupils follow a curriculum pathway and require support with engagement, emotional regulation, and sensory needs.

• Work as a Teaching Assistant to support identified pupils with SEMH and other needs.
• Support pupils to engage with the curriculum, regulate emotions, and manage sensory needs.
• Build positive relationships with pupils who may be resistant to education.
• Utilise training provided by the school on specific interventions to support pupils.

• Experience as a Sports Coach or Youth Worker is advantageous and aligns with the role.
• Confident working with pupils who may display challenging behaviours.
• Passion and commitment for supporting vulnerable pupils to reach their potential.

This is a full-time role, 08:20 to 15:30, Monday to Friday, term-time only, starting in September, with the potential for permanent employment in the future.

• Competitive pay ranging from 95 to 110 per day, depending on experience.
• A full-time opportunity in a well-established and resourced SEND School with a supportive staffing team.
• Access to free CPD.
• A designated consultant to support you throughout the process.

All employment is subject to safer recruitment checks, including references and Enhanced DBS. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and Disclosure and Barring Checks.

To discuss this role further, please submit your CV in the first instance and the relevant Aspire consultant will be in touch to discuss in more depth.