Sports Coach / PE Assistant

Leader Group; Ashington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Ashington is seeking a passionate Sports Coach / PE Assistant to support students with Special Educational Needs. In this non-teaching role, you will deliver engaging PE sessions and help children develop important physical skills and teamwork. The ideal candidate should be patient, adaptable, and possess excellent communication skills. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in young people’s lives with ongoing professional development offered.

Benefits

Ongoing support and professional development

Bonus scheme for referrals

Qualifications

• Passion for sports and physical education.
• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
• Willingness to obtain a DBS on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging sports and PE sessions tailored to pupils with SEND.
• Support children to develop physical skills and teamwork.
• Assist in planning and organizing PE and sports activities.
• Encourage pupils to achieve personal bests in all activities.

Skills

Experience with children in sports or PE

Excellent communication skills

Patience and adaptability

Ability to promote inclusion

Job description

Leader Education is looking for an enthusiastic and committed Sports Coach / PE Assistant to join a SEND school in Ashington, Northumberland. This is a non‑teaching role, ideal for someone passionate about sport, physical education children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) develop confidence, teamwork, and physical skills.

Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap.

Working Hours: Monday–Friday: 8:30am – 3:30pm

The Role

• Delivering engaging sports and PE sessions tailored to pupils with SEND
• Supporting children to develop physical skills, coordination, and teamwork
• Assisting in planning and organising PE and sports activities
• Supporting behaviour management and ensuring a safe, inclusive environment
• Encouraging pupils to achieve their personal best in all activities

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Have experience working with children in a sports or PE capacity (SEND experience desirable)
• Be energetic, patient, and adaptable
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be committed to promoting inclusion and positive engagement in sport
• Hold a DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one

What Leader Education Offers

• A rewarding role making a real difference in young people’s lives
• Ongoing support and opportunities for professional development
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply)

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their experience and relevant qualifications.

Please email your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed).

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must undergo a thorough vetting procedure, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.