About the role
SEND Sports Assistant
North Shields
£13.68 per hour
Immediate Start
The School and Role
Are you passionate about inspiring young people through sport?
Do you enjoy creating fun, active, and engaging learning experiences?
Are you looking for a rewarding role supporting children and young people with additional needs?
We are currently seeking a SEND Sports Assistant to join our excellent supply team and work in SEND schools across North Shields. We work with a wide range of schools throughout the area, allowing us to match you with a setting that suits your strengths and interests.
As a SEND Sports Assistant, you will help deliver inclusive, enjoyable physical activities that promote fitness, teamwork, confidence, and positive behaviour among pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
The successful candidate will be energetic, reliable, and confident working with children and young people in school environments. Coaching experience and strong communication skills are essential. A DBS on the Update Service is required, or you must be willing to obtain one.
The Ideal SEND Sports Assistant Will Have:
1. Experience working with primary and/or secondary-aged pupils
2. Experience supporting pupils with SEND
3. A passion for helping SEND pupils progress through physical activity
4. Strong teamwork and communication skills
5. The ability to build rapport quickly with students
6. Personal qualities such as patience, empathy, and determination
What We Offer
7. Diverse Opportunities – Gain experience across a range of SEND schools, age groups, and settings in North Shields
8. Competitive Pay – Earn excellent hourly rates, paid weekly through PAYE
9. Flexible Working – Choose when and where you work to fit around your lifestyle
10. Healthy Work–Life Balance – Little to no planning or marking required outside school hours
11. Explore Before Committing – Try different schools before securing a long-term position
12. Professional Development – Access ongoing CPD and training to support your career
13. Dedicated Consultant Support – Receive 24/7 guidance and support from your personal consultant
About Us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to supporting young people and the schools we work with. With branches nationwide, we are proud to be an employer of choice for high-quality educators.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.