Community Teaching Assistant: Support & Empower Youth

Classroom Recruiters; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Classroom Recruiters seeks a Community Teaching Assistant to support children and young people across Swadlincote and surrounding areas. You will work beyond the traditional classroom in community spaces, hubs and homes to help learners re-engage with education.

Ideal candidates will have experience with SEMH needs, strong communication, and the ability to travel between settings. This full-time, fixed-term role starts immediately and offers varied responsibilities and meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people in schools, alternative provisions, youth work or community settings.
• Knowledge of SEMH, trauma and emotional regulation strategies.
• Willingness to travel between settings and homes as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Travel between schools, alternative provision sites, learning hubs, community venues and homes as required.
• Support pupils with literacy, numeracy and functional learning activities.
• Help develop confidence, resilience, independence and emotional regulation.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and professionals to support transitions.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and record progress and concerns accurately.

Skills

Communication

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Teamwork

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Experience in SEMH settings

Job description

Classroom Recruiters seeks a Community Teaching Assistant to support children and young people across Swadlincote and surrounding areas. You will work beyond the traditional classroom in community spaces, hubs and homes to help learners re-engage with education.

Ideal candidates will have experience with SEMH needs, strong communication, and the ability to travel between settings. This full-time, fixed-term role starts immediately and offers varied responsibilities and meaningful impact.