About the role
Sports Assistant
Northumberland
£13.68 per hour
Immediate Start
The School and Role
Vision for Education are seeking a passionate Sports Assistant in South Tyneside to support in fun, engaging sessions for children of all abilities. You'll be involved in a busy classroom and expected to support in delivering a variety of physical activities that promote fitness, teamwork, and confidence to SEND young people with additional needs. The ideal candidates will be energetic, reliable, and confident working with young people in schools. The Sports Coach will have experience in coaching and strong communication skills are essential. Join us to inspire the next generation through sports and activity. All prospective candidates must have a DBS on the Update Service or be willing to get one.
The desired Sports Coach will have:
1. Experience of working with secondary and primary school aged children in schools.
2. Experience of working with pupils with SEND.
3. A passion for the progress of SEND primary and secondary school pupils.
4. An ability to work as part of a team.
5. An ability to build rapport quickly with students
6. Key qualities such as: Patience, Sympathetic, Strong-willed
What we offer
As a Sports Coach, part of our team, you benefit from:
7. Explore Different Settings – Experience a variety of schools, year groups, and classroom styles to build your confidence and skill set
8. Great Rates, Paid Right – Enjoy competitive daily pay, processed through the reliable PAYE system
9. Freedom to Choose – Pick the days and locations that suit you, making it easier to balance work with your personal life
10. Focus on Support – Many roles require no planning or marking after hours, giving you a healthier work-life balance
11. Test the Waters – Try out different schools before committing to a permanent role, with no long-term pressure
12. Ongoing Training – Access regular CPD sessions and training to keep your skills fresh and up to date
13. You're Never Alone – Get 24/7 support from a dedicated consultant who’s with you every step of the way
About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.
We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.