Sports Based Teaching Assistant

4 Days Old

Sports-Based Teaching Assistant (Primary)

North / East London
Full-time – Start ASAP
Competitive daily rate

We are currently recruiting a Sports-Based Teaching Assistant to work in a primary school setting, supporting pupils with additional needs through structured physical activity, engagement, and positive behaviour support.

This role is ideal for someone with a sports, coaching, or mentoring background who has experience working with children and can use physical activity as a tool to support focus, emotional regulation, and confidence.

The Role:

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Supporting pupils within the classroom and during PE / structured physical activities

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Using sport and movement to promote engagement, routine, and positive behaviour

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Working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils who may have additional or behavioural needs

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Supporting the class teacher with behaviour management and lesson delivery

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Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment

Requirements:

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Relevant experience working with children (school, coaching, youth work, mentoring, or sports settings)

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Confident managing behaviour and engaging pupils through sport and activity

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A positive, patient, and reliable approach

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Enhanced DBS on the Child Workforce, registered on the Update Service (essential)

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Ability to start as soon as possible

Desirable (but not essential):

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Experience supporting pupils with SEN / SEMH

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Sports coaching qualifications or strong sporting background

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Experience working in primary schools

If you’re passionate about sport and making a positive impact on children’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.

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Location:
Canary Wharf
Salary:
£110 - £115 /day
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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