Behaviour Teaching Assistant. Job in Grantham Education & Training Jobs

Long Term Futures Ltd; Grantham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support firm is looking for Behaviour & SEMH Teaching Assistants in Grantham. This full-time position involves supporting pupils with SEMH needs, fostering positive choices, and engaging in creative learning. Ideal candidates are resilient, active, and travel reliably to local areas. The opportunity offers a chance to make a real difference in students' lives, with long-term to permanent roles available.

Benefits

Supportive staff teams

Small class sizes

Long-term opportunities leading to permanent work

Qualifications

• Ability to travel reliably to Grantham, Newark or surrounding areas.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to apply required.
• Experience working with young people in challenging environments.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Build trust and encourage positive choices.
• Participate in practical and creative learning activities.
• Assist teachers with tailored learning and behavior plans.

Skills

Resilience

Ability to support pupils with SEMH needs

Positive attitude

Creativity

Education

Relevant degree (Psychology, Education, etc.)

Job description

Overview

Behaviour & SEMH Teaching Assistants - Alternative Provision

Location: Grantham, Newark and Nottinghamshire
Pay: 90 - 100 per day (PAYE)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Term-time only
Start Date: Asap
Contract: Full time, Long Term to Permanent roles only

About the Roles

Are you resilient, active and passionate about helping young people succeed? Long Term Futures are looking for several Behaviour and SEMH Teaching Assistants to join our partner Alternative Provisions. We are working with settings in Grantham, Newark and Nottinghamshire, and our positions are full time, in one school - on a long term to permanent basis.

These settings support pupils who need a different kind of education. Smaller classes, hands-on activities and supportive staff who help them re-engage with learning. Every day is different, and every day you'll be making a real difference.

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups with SEMH and behavioural needs


• Building trust and encouraging positive choices


• Taking part in practical, creative and physical learning (sporty, active people are especially encouraged to apply)


• Assisting teachers and staff to deliver tailored learning and behaviour plans

What We\'re Looking For

• Resilient, can-do people who can stay calm under pressure


• Those who can travel reliably to Grantham, Newark or surrounding areas


• An Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds, including:

• Sports coaches


• Youth workers or mentors


• Residential support staff


• Teaching assistants or support workers


• Psychology, Criminology, Sports Science or Education graduates


• Ex-forces or public services backgrounds

Why Join an Alternative Provision?

• A rewarding role where no two days are the same


• Long-term opportunities with the chance of permanent work


• Supportive staff teams and small class sizes


• A chance to use your skills to change young people\'s lives

Apply Today

If you are resilient, active and ready for a new challenge, we\'d love to hear from you. Apply with your CV - successful applicants will be contacted by Millie at Long Term Futures.