Sports Specialists

Exciting Career Opportunity in Bradford: Transition from Sports Specialist to Specialist SEN Educator!

Are you a passionate sports graduate ready to embark on a meaningful new career in Bradford? Do you want to make a significant impact in the lives of children with additional needs or from disadvantaged backgrounds? This is the perfect opportunity for you!

Role Overview:

As a Specialist Teaching Assistant focusing on sports within SEN provisions, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting the educational and physical development of children with special educational needs and those from disadvantaged backgrounds in Bradford. In this role, you’ll:

• Support Tailored Learning: Assist in delivering tailored lessons that integrate sports and physical activities, designed to meet the unique needs of each child, fostering both their academic and physical development.
• Provide Individualised Support: Offer one-to-one or small group assistance, focusing on helping children with additional needs or those from disadvantaged backgrounds to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.
• Lead Inclusive Sports Activities: Organise and lead adapted sports sessions and extracurricular activities that promote physical fitness, teamwork, and confidence-building, ensuring all children can participate and benefit.
• Collaborate on Inclusive Events: Work with colleagues to plan and implement inclusive sports-related events, such as adapted sports days, tournaments, and fitness challenges, creating a supportive and enriching environment for all students.

Why This Role in Bradford?

• Make a Meaningful Impact: Play a vital role in transforming the lives of children with additional needs or from disadvantaged backgrounds within the Bradford community.
• Career Development: Gain invaluable experience in the SEN education sector, with ongoing opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a dedicated and compassionate team committed to helping you succeed and grow in your career.
• Competitive Package: Receive a salary and benefits package that recognises your experience and qualifications.

Requirements:

• A degree in Sports Science, Physical Education, or a related field.
• A genuine passion for working with children, particularly those with additional needs or from disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage, inspire, and support young learners facing diverse challenges.
• Adaptability and resilience to succeed in a specialised and fast-paced school environment.
• Previous experience working with children with SEN or from disadvantaged backgrounds is highly advantageous.

How to Apply:

If you’re excited about launching a new career in Bradford that combines your passion for sports with a rewarding role in SEN education, we want to hear from you! Submit your CV via Teaching Personnel's website or contact us at 01482 908010.

Don’t miss this chance to start an exciting new chapter as a Specialist Teaching Assistant in Bradford, making a real difference where it’s needed most!

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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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