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Sports & Behaviour Support Assistant

Posted 2 days ago

  • Leicester, Leicestershire
  • Contract
  • £90 to £105 /Day
  • Sponsored
  • Expires In a month
Sports & Behaviour Support Assistant

Location: Leicester (LE8)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Pay: £90 - £105 per day

Start Date: Immediate start available

Contract: Long-term with the potential to become permanent

Are you passionate about sport and committed to helping young people succeed?

We're working with a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school in Leicester (LE8) that supports students aged 4-16 who need extra support to thrive. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in sport, coaching, or physical education who wants to use those skills in a meaningful and rewarding way.

While this role is primarily classroom-based, there's plenty of opportunity to incorporate physical activity and structured sports sessions into the day.

Role Responsibilities:

Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils, both in the classroom and through structured physical activity
Support students who struggle with behaviour or emotional regulation, managing challenging behaviours effectively
Build confidence, resilience and positive routines with students
Using sports-based approaches to help students engage positively with learning
Encouraging participation, building trust and being a positive role modelWhat we're looking for:

A background in sport, PE, coaching or similar
Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN, SEMH or behavioural challenges
Someone who's calm, patient, and enthusiastic with excellent communication skills
A proactive and resilient approach, with a genuine desire to make a differenceWhat's in it for you?

A long-term, full-time position with the opportunity for a permanent contract
A supportive, specialist environment that values your input and professional growth
Access to free training, including CPD such as Autism Awareness and Behaviour Management

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