Are you resilient, adaptable and passionate about supporting young people who need a fresh start in education? We are recruiting Teaching Assistants for an established KS2 Alternative Provision but within a primary setting.
The Role You will work closely with teaching staff to provide:
- One to one and small group support
- Assistance with emotional regulation and behaviour de escalation
- Encouragement and structure to help pupils improve engagement
- Guidance to help pupils rebuild confidence and develop positive learning habits
- Support with routines, boundaries and consistent expectations
The setting supports pupils who may be experiencing significant challenges, including those previously excluded, managing anxiety, or displaying heightened emotions. The aim is to help students stabilise, make academic progress and reintegrate into an appropriate educational pathway.
This role will suit someone who:
- Has experience with challenging behaviour, SEMH or exclusion experienced pupils
- Remains calm, patient and solution focused under pressure
- Can build trust and positive relationships with young people
- Is resilient, consistent and able to offer clear boundaries
- Uses de escalation techniques effectively
- Has a genuine commitment to helping young people succeed.
Benefits
- Competitive daily rate (£90-£110 - PAYE)
- Supportive staff team and excellent training opportunities
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact on vulnerable young people
- Potential for long term or ongoing work for the right candidates
