Job Title: Sports Coach needed in schools Location: Exeter, Devon Position Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday) 8:30 - 3:30 --- We are looking for an energetic and passionate Sports Coach to join our supportive team as a Teaching Assistant within Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) schools in Exeter, Devon. If you have a talent for engaging students through sports and physical education, we need you to help us inspire young minds and contribute to their physical and emotional development. **Key Responsibilities:** - Assist in the delivery of PE lessons and the development of sports programs tailored for children with SEND. - Use a variety of coaching techniques to engage and motivate students while catering to a range of abilities and individual needs. - Help establish a safe and supportive environment for children to develop their physical skills and enjoy participating in sports. - Collaborate with teachers and other support staff to integrate physical education with other aspects of students' learning experiences. - Monitor student progress and provide feedback to help them set and achieve personal goals. - Assist with the planning and execution of sports days, competitions, and extracurricular activities. - Encourage positive behavior and social skills through team sports and collaborative exercises. - Support students' personal care needs and assist with classroom management when not leading sports activities. - Participate in school meetings, training, and professional development related to SEND provision. **Qualifications:** - Relevant sports coaching qualifications or an equivalent degree in Sports Science or Physical Education. - Experience working with children and, preferably, experience working with children with SEND. - Strong understanding of safeguarding practices and the welfare of children. - Ability to adapt coaching methods to meet the needs of students with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - A positive attitude, patience, and resilience when facing challenges. - Enhanced DBS check or willingness to undertake this check. **Why Join Us?** - Be part of a dedicated team committed to making a difference in children’s lives. - Opportunities for professional development and career progression in the field of education and SEND support. - A dynamic and diverse working environment with the reward of contributing to children's physical and emotional wellbeing. **Application:** Interested candidates are invited to apply with a CV and a cover letter detailing relevant experience and why you're passionate about this role. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Exeter's SEND schools are equal opportunities employers and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Kirsty Chisholm on 01392 949 022 | Ext: 6002.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br /><br />As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Kirsty Chisholm&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01392 949 022 | Ext: 6002</strong></strong>