Sports Coaches Teaching Assistant

Used to coaching on the field? This is your chance to bring those skills into education.

We're looking for SEN TAs in Sunderland for a September start.

Why this works for coaches

• You already know how to motivate and guide
• You're used to adapting to different personalities
• Structure and routine are second nature
• You thrive in team environments

The role

Supporting pupils with SEND needs through structured activities and consistent support.

Your day might include

• Leading small group activities
• Supporting pupils during transitions
• Encouraging teamwork and engagement
• Helping manage behaviour positively

About you

• Coaching or sports background
• Strong communication skills
• Patient and adaptable

Same skills, new setting, bigger impact.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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