Sports Coach/SEN TA

Uniform Education

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

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Sports Coach / SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive SEN school in Uxbridge. 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 with Autism (ASC), SEMH, and 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 support positive behaviour and life skills

  • 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 within a specialist SEN setting

  • Supportive leadership and SEN-focused staff team

  • Ongoing training and professional development

  • Opportunity to make a real impact through sport

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