Alternative Provision TA - Supportive, Impactful Learning

Teaching Personnel; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Competitive weekly pay

Support from dedicated consultant

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated Alternative Provision Teaching Assistant to work full-time in a specialist provision in Skelmersdale from October 2026.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional needs, assist teachers with engaging learning activities, and support students with SEMH challenges.

The role offers ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant, CPD opportunities, and competitive weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in education, care, youth work, or support settings.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and professionally.
• Positive, patient, and resilient attitude.
• Passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support students with SEMH challenges.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging learning activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.
• Build strong relationships to encourage engagement and progress.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to meet individual pupil needs.
• Follow safeguarding and welfare procedures at all times.

Skills

Experience working with children or 1:

Job description

Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated Alternative Provision Teaching Assistant to work full-time in a specialist provision in Skelmersdale from October 2026.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional needs, assist teachers with engaging learning activities, and support students with SEMH challenges.

The role offers ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant, CPD opportunities, and competitive weekly pay.