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Job Title: Learning Support Assistant - sports background
Location: Brighton
Job Type: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have a background in sports and a knack for motivating and supporting students? If so, we want you on our team!
We are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant with a strong sports background to join a school based in Brighton. In this role, you will work closely with students who have social, emotional, and mental health needs, using your sports expertise to engage and inspire them.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
- Use sports and physical activities as tools to promote engagement, teamwork, and positive behaviours.
- Collaborate with teachers and other support staff to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
- Assist in developing and implementing personalised learning plans tailored to each student's needs.
- Foster a safe and nurturing environment that encourages personal growth and development.
Qualifications:
- A background in sports coaching, physical education, or a related field.
- Experience working with children or young people, particularly those with social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
- Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and a genuine passion for helping students succeed.
- Ability to inspire and motivate students through sports and physical activities.
- A proactive and flexible approach to work, with excellent teamwork skills.
Join us in empowering students to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential through the transformative power of sports. Apply today to become a key part of our supportive and innovative educational community!
TimePlan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. TimePlan Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.
