Sports Graduate


Company:	senploy
Salary:	£120 to £120 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	FARNBOROUGH, BERKSHIRE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	13 Nov 2026
Closing date:	10 Dec 2026

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Summary

Sports Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant | Farnborough

Location: Farnborough, Hampshire

Employer: Quokka Education

Contract: Full-Time & Flexible Opportunities

Pay: Competitive PAYE Rates

You've completed your sports degree. You've developed knowledge of human development, performance, movement and physical wellbeing.

But what if your next step wasn't into a gym, sports club or coaching academy?

What if your skills could help children who find everyday school life challenging?

Quokka Education is looking for Sports Graduates to work as SEN Teaching Assistants in schools across Farnborough, supporting children and young people who need additional help to access education.

This is an opportunity to step into a completely different environment, discover new career possibilities and gain valuable experience working with pupils with autism (ASD), ADHD and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Every child learns differently.

Some pupils need help understanding instructions. Others find busy classrooms overwhelming, struggle with changes to routine or need additional encouragement to participate in lessons.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll become part of the school support team, helping pupils overcome individual barriers and experience success in their own way.

Your day could involve:

Working 1:1 with pupils who need additional support throughout the school day.

Helping children access classroom activities and understand learning tasks.

Supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH and communication difficulties.

Encouraging positive interactions, social development and independence.

Helping pupils manage transitions, routines and unfamiliar situations.

Working alongside teachers to adapt activities to individual learning needs.

Supporting pupils during practical lessons, outdoor learning and physical activities.

Recognising small achievements that contribute to long-term development.

A sports degree can open doors into many different professions, but sometimes the best way to discover your future direction is to experience a new working environment.

This role offers first-hand insight into how schools support children with additional needs.

You'll observe experienced education professionals, develop your understanding of SEND and gain practical experience that could be valuable if you're considering:

PE Teaching: Build classroom experience before exploring teacher training.

Special Educational Needs: Develop knowledge of inclusive education and individual learning support.

Educational Psychology: Gain relevant experience working with children with additional needs.

Occupational Therapy: Explore how sensory, physical and developmental needs can affect everyday participation.

Youth Work & Mentoring: Develop the communication and relationship-building skills needed to support young people.

Sports Development: Understand how inclusive physical activity can support children with different abilities.

While this experience doesn't replace professional qualifications, it can provide a valuable foundation for future study, training and career applications.

We're looking for graduates who are curious about education and keen to develop their skills.

Ideally, you'll have:

A degree in Sports Science, Sports Coaching, Physical Education, Sports Development or a related subject.

An interest in child development, SEND or inclusive education.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

The ability to adapt your approach to different children and situations.

A willingness to learn from experienced teachers and support professionals.

A reliable, patient and encouraging approach.

You don't need previous classroom experience.

Experience in coaching, children's activity programmes, sports clubs, holiday camps or volunteering would be useful, but we're equally interested in graduates looking for their first opportunity to work with young people.

We understand that graduate roles are often about more than earning a wage. They're about building experience, developing confidence and finding the right career direction.

That's why Quokka Education offers:

Competitive PAYE pay.

Full-time and flexible working opportunities.

Free CPD and practical SEN training.

Induction and taster days wherever possible.

Support from a friendly, local recruitment team.

Opportunities to experience different educational environments.

Practical experience to support your future career development.

You don't need to know exactly where you want to be in five years.

You just need to be willing to learn, get involved and explore what your skills could achieve outside the world of sport.

Apply today or contact Chris at Quokka Education to find out more about Sports Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities in Farnborough.

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Quokka Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, professional references and online searches in line with DfE guidance.

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