Peripatetic Specialist Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Hague Bar; Sur place; GBP 26 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay rates

Résumé du poste

Tradewind Recruitment are partnering with a specialist alternative provision to recruit a Peripatetic Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant (STLA) for the High Peak/Chesterfield area. This term-time role involves 1:1 educational and pastoral support to pupils with complex needs.

You will work across the local area providing tailored help in English, Maths and Personal Development, while building strong relationships with pupils and families.

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary-aged pupils in schools or similar settings.
• Strong behaviour support and pupil engagement strategies.
• Excellent relationship-building skills and a creative, flexible approach.
• Ability to work independently in a lone-working capacity.
• Positive attitude, growth mindset and sense of humour.

Responsabilités

• Deliver tailored 1:1 support in English, Maths and Personal Development.
• Support pupils with SEMH, behavioural, emotional and social difficulties.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and their families from the point of referral.
• Complete baseline assessments and contribute to personalised learning plans.
• Support pupils with Functional Skills examinations and educational transitions.
• Accompany pupils to visits at alternative provisions, colleges or prospective schools where appropriate.
• Manage your own diary and caseload independently.
• Provide additional support within the provision when required.

Connaissances

1:1 support

Behaviour support

Relationship building

Independence working

Diary management

Formation

Experience with secondary-aged pupils

Description du poste

Peripatetic Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant (STLA)High Peak / Chesterfield Area Full-time | Term Time Only | 37 Hours per Week Salary: £26,400 - £28,152 Actual Salary (Grade 8 Equivalent)

Tradewind Recruitment are working in partnership with a specialist alternative provision seeking a dedicated and resilient Peripatetic Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant (STLA) to support pupils with complex social, emotional and behavioural needs across the High Peak and Chesterfield areas.

This rewarding role involves providing 1:1 educational and pastoral support to pupils who have been permanently excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream education. You will work directly with young people in their homes and community settings, helping them to re-engage with learning and achieve positive outcomes.

The Role

• Deliver tailored 1:1 support in English, Maths and Personal Development.
• Support pupils with barriers to education, including SEMH, behavioural, emotional and social difficulties.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and their families from the point of referral.
• Complete baseline assessments and contribute to personalised learning plans.
• Support pupils with Functional Skills examinations and educational transitions.
• Accompany pupils to visits at alternative provisions, colleges or prospective schools where appropriate.
• Manage your own diary and caseload independently.
• Provide additional support within the provision when required.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience working with secondary‑aged pupils in schools, alternative provisions or similar educational settings.
• A strong understanding of behaviour support and pupil engagement strategies.
• Excellent relationship‑building skills and a creative, flexible approach.
• High expectations, resilience and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people.
• The ability to work independently and confidently in a lone‑working capacity.
• A positive attitude, growth mindset and sense of humour.

Essential Requirements

• Full UK driving licence and daily access to a vehicle.
• Business use insurance.
• Willingness to travel across the local area.
• Ability to transport pupils when required.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Why Join Through Tradewind?

• Competitive pay rates.
• Access to over 2,500 CPD courses through The National College.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated SEND consultant.
• Opportunities to secure long‑term and permanent positions.
• A chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable young people.

If you're passionate about supporting pupils with complex needs and helping them re‑engage with education, we'd love to hear from you.