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Teaching Assistant with Sports Coaching Background

Position: Teaching Assistant (Sports Coaching Background)
Location: Newport
Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Pay Rate: £85.04 per day
Start Date: Immediate Start
Contract: Long-Term Opportunity

Are you passionate about sports and eager to make a difference in young lives? We’re seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant with a background or strong interest in sports, coaching, or physical education to join our team. This role focuses on working with secondary-aged pupils who may face challenges in learning and managing emotions. Some students have additional learning needs and benefit from structured, engaging support tailored to their individual goals.

Role Requirements:

* Provide in-class support for low-ability learners, including those with additional learning needs, helping to motivate and engage them.

* Use sports and physical activity as tools to build rapport, develop social skills, and encourage positive behavior.

* Assist students in managing emotions constructively, supporting them in developing skills for learning and self-regulation.

* Work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff to implement individualized learning plans.

Ideal Candidate:

* Strong background or interest in sports, coaching, physical education, or similar fields.

* Experience working with young people, ideally those facing learning or behavioral challenges.

* Ability to build trust and positively influence students who may feel disengaged or frustrated.

* Compassionate, patient, and committed to making a positive impact on students’ educational experiences.

Benefits:

* Opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive and collaborative school environment.

* The chance to use your sports background to help students succeed academically and socially.

* A fulfilling role with a direct impact on students’ personal and academic growth.

If you’re ready to step into a rewarding role and help students reach their potential, apply today, by emailing your CV to: (email address removed)

All applications are subject to anzuk's strict background checks to include; Right to work in the UK,2 x professional references, Enhanced DBS check and EWC registration, whcih we can help you obtain.

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