Sports Coach/SEN TA

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

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

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

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

• Ensure pupil safety and wellbeing during all physical activities

Classroom & SEN Support

• Support teachers with classroom management and pupil engagement

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

• Integrate physical activity into learning to support focus and participation

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group support as required

Student Wellbeing

• Promote mental wellbeing, resilience, and healthy lifestyles

• Support pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs

• Work closely with pastoral and SEN teams to meet individual needs

Collaboration & Communication

• Work collaboratively with staff to support school events and enrichment activities

• Maintain basic records of pupil progress and engagement

• Communicate effectively with pupils, parents/carers, and colleagues

What We’re Looking For

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

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

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN (Autism experience highly desirable)

• Relevant coaching qualifications preferred

• Calm, patient, and confident behaviour management skills

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about sport and inclusive education

• Supportive, empathetic, and well organised

• Strong communicator and team player

What’s on Offer

• A rewarding role in a specialist SEN environment

• Supportive leadership and staff team

• Ongoing SEN and behaviour-focused training

• Opportunity to make a real impact through sport