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Sports Coach / SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Croydon, South London
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 16:00
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Start Date: ASAP

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Sports Coach / SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive SEN school in Croydon. This dual role combines sports coaching with classroom-based SEN support, using physical activity to promote engagement, positive behaviour, teamwork, and emotional wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

Sports Coaching

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Lead and organise structured sports and physical activities to develop teamwork, cooperation, and leadership

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Deliver inclusive sports programmes suitable for pupils with a range of SEN

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Use physical activity to support behaviour regulation, confidence, and social skills

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Ensure pupil safety and wellbeing during all physical activities

Classroom & SEN Support

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Support teachers with classroom management and pupil engagement

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Provide targeted support to pupils, particularly those with Autism (ASC), SEMH, or learning difficulties

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Integrate physical activity into learning to support focus and participation

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Deliver 1:1 and small-group support as required

Student Wellbeing

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Promote mental wellbeing, resilience, and healthy lifestyles

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Support pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs

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Work closely with pastoral and SEN teams to meet individual needs

Collaboration & Communication

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Work collaboratively with staff to support school events and enrichment activities

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Maintain basic records of pupil progress and engagement

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Communicate effectively with pupils, parents/carers, and colleagues

What We’re Looking For

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Experience in sports coaching, ideally within an educational or SEN setting

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Ability to use sport as a tool to teach life skills and positive behaviour

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Experience supporting pupils with SEN (Autism experience highly desirable)

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Relevant coaching qualifications preferred

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Calm, patient, and confident behaviour management skills

Personal Attributes

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Passionate about sport and inclusive education

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Supportive, empathetic, and well organised

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Strong communicator and team player

What’s on Offer

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A rewarding role in a specialist SEN environment

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Supportive leadership and staff team

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Ongoing SEN and behaviour-focused training

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Opportunity to make a real impact through sport