training and education
E-learning modules
£120 - £150 per day
Fordham
Are you a high-energy individual who believes in the power of sport to transform the lives of students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
Can you adapt traditional PE activities to ensure that every student, regardless of their physical or cognitive challenges, can participate, compete, and succeed?
Are you looking for a Full-Time role in Fordham where you can lead a department and inspire confidence through physical activity?
If you are a motivated coach, instructor, or experienced sports lead ready to champion inclusive PE, we want to hear from you!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a SEN PE Instructor to join our partner specialist school in Fordham. This is a Full-Time long-term contract where you will take the lead in delivering a dynamic and inclusive Physical Education curriculum. We are looking for someone who can move beyond standard sports coaching to provide sensory-rich, therapeutic, and highly adapted physical sessions for students with Autism (ASC), SEMH, and complex learning needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Field: Plan and deliver a diverse range of PE lessons, from traditional team sports to sensory circuits and motor-skill development.
- Inclusive Coaching: Adapt every session to meet the individual needs of students, ensuring those with physical disabilities or sensory processing needs are fully included.
- Target Focused: Monitor student progress and social development, ensuring that physical activity targets align with their individual EHCP goals.
- Team Leadership: Manage a small team of Teaching Assistants during PE sessions to ensure safety, engagement, and high-quality 1:1 support.
- Healthy Habits: Promote the importance of physical health, teamwork, and emotional regulation through active play and structured sport.
- Safe Practice: Maintain a safe environment by following strict health and safety protocols and using positive behaviour management strategies.
Requirements
- Proven Sports Background: Experience as a PE Instructor, Sports Coach, or HLTA with a strong specialism in Physical Education.
- SEN Expertise: Significant experience working with children or young adults with additional needs, with an understanding of how to adapt sports for SEN.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to motivate students who may face barriers to physical engagement.
- Leadership Skills: The confidence to lead a classroom/gym environment and direct support staff effectively.
- Resilience: A patient and adaptable nature, with the ability to manage challenging situations with a positive, "can-do" attitude.
- Compliance: An enhanced Child DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).
What We Offer
- Competitive Daily Rate: £120 - £150 per day, reflecting your specialist instructional role.
- Stability: A consistent, full-time placement in a dedicated Fordham SEN school.
- Specialist Facilities: Access to sensory-friendly sports equipment and outdoor learning spaces.
- Professional Development: Access to Randstad's premium training library, including Team Teach and Autism awareness.
- £300 Refer A Friend reward scheme.
If you are ready to bring your energy and passion for sport to our students in Fordham, APPLY NOW!
How To Apply :
If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.
We are the UK market leader for recruitment in education. We have nearly two decades of experience helping teachers and support staff find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges, and nurseries. We partner with over 2,500 schools each week, supporting more than 135,000 children every day across the country, which allows us to find the right match for your skills.
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