Sports Coach to Teaching Assistant, Cheshire West and Chester

Job Description

New Directions Education are currently recruiting Teaching Assistants for primary schools across Chester and the surrounding areas, with a particular interest in candidates who have a background in sports coaching and are looking to move into the education sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for Sports Coaches who enjoy working with children and want to transfer their existing skills into a primary school setting. Your experience motivating children, leading activities and encouraging teamwork can be highly valuable when supporting students with their learning and development.

Due to the nature of these opportunities, candidates must be able to commit to working 3 or more days per week.

The Role:

• Supporting teachers with the day-to-day running of the classroom
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students
• Helping students access learning activities and develop new skills
• Using your experience of coaching to encourage teamwork, confidence and positive behaviour
• Supporting students with their social, emotional and academic development
• Helping maintain a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment
• Building positive relationships with students and school staff
• Assisting with classroom activities and learning resources
• Supporting students with different abilities and learning needs

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working as a Sports Coach or in a similar sports-based role
• Experience working with children or young people
• A genuine interest in moving into a Teaching Assistant role
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to motivate, encourage and engage children
• A patient, adaptable and positive approach
• The confidence to support groups of students and work alongside teachers
• A passion for helping children learn, develop and reach their potential
• A willingness to learn and develop within a school environment
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and the importance of keeping students safe

Previous school-based experience is not essential. We are keen to hear from Sports Coaches who have transferable skills and are ready to take the next step into education.

All applicants must have, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check and provide appropriate professional references.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.