Teaching Assistant

ABC Teachers; Binley Woods CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant for an Alternative College Provision in Binley Woods. The role involves supporting secondary-aged students and implementing individual education plans. Ideal candidates will have experience with special educational needs, strong communication skills, and the ability to build trusting relationships. The position offers a salary of £440 - £460 per week, with excellent benefits including guaranteed pay scheme and free training opportunities.

Benefits

Guaranteed pay scheme

Free training for professional development

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children with special educational needs.
• Strong communication skills to build rapport with students.
• Ability to obtain suitable references and a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support secondary-aged students in learning activities.
• Assist in implementing individual education and support plans.
• Promote a nurturing environment for emotional well-being.

Skills

Experience with special educational needs

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to remain calm in challenging situations

Patient, compassionate, resilient approach

Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team

Education

Youth Work or Health and Social Care qualification

Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Job description

Overview

ABC Teachers is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to work in an Alternative College Provision in Coventry on a part-time basis. Location: Binley Woods, Warwickshire, United Kingdom. Salary: £440 - £460 per week. Posted 13 Dec 2025 14:03. Closes 10 Jan 2026 23:59. Reference: 3046015012. Sector: Further Education. Job Level: Learner Support / Teaching Assistant. Specialism: Education Studies / Teacher Training. Contract Type: Temporary. Hours: Part Time.

ABC Teachers is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to work in an Alternative College Provision in Coventry on a part-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Support the teaching and learning of secondary-aged students in an Alternative Provision setting.
• Support pupils in accessing learning activities under the guidance of the teacher or SENCo.
• Assist in the implementation of individual education, behaviour and support plans.
• Promote a nurturing, structured, and consistent environment that supports pupils' emotional well-being and behaviour regulation.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students to encourage engagement and participation.
• Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups to deliver targeted academic and social-emotional interventions.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, behaviour, and incidents, reporting concerns as appropriate.
• Contribute to a safe and positive learning environment in line with safeguarding and behaviour management policies.
• An interest in outdoor sports activities would be desirable.

About the Provision

• With over 40 years of experience, this is one of the UK’s leading providers of training and apprenticeships.
• Supporting over 2,000 students annually and partnering with more than 800 employers; rated GOOD by Ofsted across all areas of provision.
• Through ongoing investment and close collaboration with employers, programmes remain relevant and aligned with local labour market needs; upholding a 100% progression promise supporting every learner into apprenticeships, employment, or further education.

About you

To be considered for the Teaching Assistant position, you will:

• Have previous experience working with children and young people with a range of special educational needs, such as learning difficulties, autism, and sensory needs.
• Ability to remain calm and consistent in challenging situations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• A patient, compassionate, and resilient approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Suitable qualifications such as Youth Work, Health and Social Care or Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools are desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to quickly build rapport with students.
• Ability to obtain suitable references and a DBS check.

ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities seriously and conduct thorough interviewing and referencing checks. All staff we register will hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

Benefits

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly via PAYE.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations).
• Free training for professional development (e.g., Team Teach, Autism Awareness, Educare).
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing support.

How to apply

If you are a Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, we want to hear from you. Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across ABC Teachers, please contact our SEND team.

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