Sport Graduate - Teaching Assistant

Sports Graduate – Teaching Assistant

Pay: £92.63 per day

Contract: Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities

Start Dates: Immediate and September starts available

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting Sports Graduates to work as Teaching Assistants within a range of supportive and inclusive schools. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to gain valuable experience within education, particularly those considering careers in teaching, additional learning needs (ALN), therapy, or youth support roles.

These long-term opportunities allow you to apply the transferable skills developed through sport – such as teamwork, leadership, resilience and communication – in a structured school environment supporting children and young people aged 3–19 with a range of additional learning needs.

About the settings

You will be working across a variety of education settings including primary, secondary and specialist provisions. These schools provide support for pupils with a range of needs including:

• General classroom support needs

• Behavioural and emotional support needs

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

• Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)

• Severe and complex learning needs

• Physical disabilities and medical needs

These environments are known for their supportive staff teams, consistent routines and child-centred approach, with a strong focus on developing communication, independence and life skills.

The role

As a Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups

• Using structured activities, movement and routine to engage learners

• Supporting behaviour and emotional regulation

• Assisting with personal care where required (full training provided)

• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and ALN teams

• Building positive, consistent relationships with pupils

This is a hands-on and rewarding role where patience, adaptability and a positive attitude are essential.

Why this role suits Sports Graduates

Graduates with a background in sport often bring highly transferable skills that are valuable in education settings, including:

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Confidence leading groups and activities

• Behaviour management and motivation techniques

• Resilience and adaptability

• Ability to build positive relationships with young people

Requirements

• Degree or background in Sport or a related field

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals (desirable but not essential)

• Calm, patient and proactive approach

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

• Strong spoken and written English communication skills

What Teaching Personnel offers

• Competitive daily pay of £92.63 per day

• Long-term and consistent placement opportunities

• Access to training and ongoing professional support

• Valuable experience within specialist and inclusive education settings

• Opportunities to progress into teaching, SEN, or therapy-based careers

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
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