Teaching Assistant Alternative Provision

The Education Network Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational consultancy in Birmingham is actively seeking a motivated Teaching Assistant to support students with challenging behaviours in a secondary Alternative Provision. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and relationship-building skills, with at least 6 months of experience. You will provide one-on-one support and help students develop social skills. In return, you will receive guidance tailored to SEMH needs and a long-term position within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Support from experienced staff

Training tailored to SEMH

Impactful and varied role

Long-term position

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience working with young people with challenging behaviours or barriers to learning.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and use de-escalation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Providing classroom support for students aged 11-16.
• Working 1-2-1 and with small groups to encourage engagement.
• Supporting students with challenging behaviours.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Calm under pressure

Empathy

De-escalation techniques

Education

Level 2/3 qualification in supporting teaching and learning

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision - Challenging Behaviour

Are you a resilient and motivated Teaching Assistant looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference to young people who need support the most? This secondary Alternative Provision in South Birmingham is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students with challenging behaviours and social, emotional and mental health needs.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building positive relationships, understands the barriers young people face, and remains calm under pressure. As a Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting students on a 1‑2‑1 basis, managing behaviours and helping them to regulate their actions. The position requires prior experience supporting young people who have faced academic or social barriers.

Job Role

• Providing classroom support for students aged 11‑16
• Working 1‑2‑1 and with small groups to encourage engagement and progress
• Supporting students with challenging behaviours using positive and consistent strategies
• Building strong relationships, acting as a positive role model and trusted adult
• Assisting teachers with behaviour management and lesson delivery
• Using de‑escalation techniques to support emotional regulation
• Helping students develop social skills, confidence and resilience

You Will Need

• Minimum 6 months experience working with young people with challenging behaviours or barriers to learning
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and use de‑escalation techniques
• A patient, empathetic and consistent approach
• A passion for supporting young people to re‑engage with education
• Level 2/3 qualification in supporting teaching and learning desirable

In Return, You Will Receive

• Support from an experienced staff team and leadership
• Training and guidance tailored to SEMH and behaviour needs
• Small group settings where you can make a real impact
• A role that offers variety, challenge and reward every day
• A long‑term position as a Teaching Assistant at the same school

Apply Now or contact The Education Network Birmingham. If this role is not for you, ask the team about our other Teaching Assistant vacancies or refer a colleague and ask about our excellent referral scheme.

The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.

The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer.

The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive, only short‑listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.