Inclusive Sports Assistant in London

The Elfrida Society is a long-established, respected charity supporting adults, parents, and families with learning disabilities and neurodiverse needs (LDND). We are committed to promoting inclusion, equality, and the rights of people who often face barriers to being heard.

The Elfrida Society is seeking an enthusiastic and dependable Inclusive Sports Assistant to support our award-winning Inclusive Sports Programme. This is an exciting opportunity to support young people and adults aged 16+ with learning disabilities and autism to take part in fun, inclusive sports and community activities. Working alongside our Sports Project Manager, coaches, and volunteers, you will play an important role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment where participants can build confidence, develop friendships, and improve their health and wellbeing.

Our current programme includes activities such as Elfrida FC football training, tennis, basketball, fitness sessions, and cricket delivered across locations including Islington, Muswell Hill and Tottenham, as well as occasional community events across North London. This role is ideal for someone with an interest in disability sport, community engagement, health and wellbeing, or sports coaching. There may also be opportunities for training and professional development, including coaching qualifications, for the right candidate.

• Support coaches to deliver safe, fun, inclusive and engaging sports sessions across North London.
• Support outreach, promotion and capacity-building activities to increase participation in schools, colleges and organisations.
• Encourage and support people with learning disabilities and autism to participate with a personal centred approach.
• Provide one-to-one or small group support where needed.
• Support with setting up equipment and ensuring sessions run smoothly across different venues.
• Welcome participants, carers and families.
• Keep attendance registers and participant records up to date.
• Support referrals, database updates and general administration.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and organisational policies.
• Work closely with the Sports Project Manager and wider team.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, positive and reliable.
• Passionate about inclusion and supporting disabled people.
• Interested in sport, health and community activities.
• A good communicator with strong people skills.
• Organised and able to work as part of a team.
• Able to travel to different venues across North London.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including some evenings or weekends if required.

• Experience supporting disabled people, community groups or sports activities.
• A sports coaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.

We value attitude, commitment and willingness to learn just as much as previous experience.

8 hours per week – 6 months contract with possibility of extension depending on funding.

Regular Working Pattern:

• Monday: Fitness session 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm
• Wednesday: Tennis session 10.30 am – 12.30 pm
• Thursday: Basketball session 3.30 pm – 5.30 pm

Each shift includes time to set up before the session and pack away afterwards.

Approximately 2 hours per week (usually Wednesday afternoon, but flexible) supporting:

• Participant records
• Referrals
• Attendance registers
• Database updates
• Promotion of activities

Additional hours may occasionally be available and will be paid at the same hourly rate, subject to prior approval.

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Elfrida, please do not hesitate to apply.