Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision - #2157085

Teaching Assistant

Alternative Provision / Specialist Education Setting

Full-Time | Term Time + Training Days

£22,000 – £33,000 per annum DOE

We are currently exclusively partnering with a organisation providing Alternative Provision into various settings across the Midlands. This is more than just a classroom support role, it’s an opportunity to positively impact the lives of young people who require additional support to thrive in education.

We’re looking for resilient, proactive, and compassionate individuals who can build genuine relationships with learners while helping to create a safe, engaging, and structured learning environment. This role is all about being able to break down barriers and be relatable to learners.

The Role

Working closely with teaching staff and senior leaders, you’ll support learners both inside and outside the classroom, helping them develop academically, emotionally, and socially.

You’ll play a key role in:

• Supporting learners on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Promoting engagement, attendance, and positive behaviour
• Supporting emotional regulation and pastoral wellbeing
• Assisting with classroom delivery and learning activities
• Helping create a calm, inclusive, and structured environment
• Supporting educational visits and enrichment activities
• Maintaining safeguarding and learner welfare standards
• Building positive, consistent relationships with young people

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Teaching Assistant qualification
• Experience working within schools or educational settings
• Experience supporting young people with behavioural, emotional, SEND, or additional learning needs
• A strong ability to break down barriers

Desirable:

• HLTA qualification
• Experience within Alternative Provision or specialist education settings
• Experience delivering interventions or structured activities
• Additional training in SEND, behaviour, or emotional regulation support

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Funded CPD and professional development opportunities
• Clear internal progression pathways
• Support towards HLTA qualification
• Company laptop and uniform provided
• Pension scheme
• Travel expenses where applicable
• Fully funded wellbeing and supervision support
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Regular training days and team development opportunities
• The opportunity to genuinely change young lives every day

Apply Now

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact within specialist education, either apply or give Sam a call at ProviT Recruitment on .