Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision

senploy; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant for Alternative Provisions in the East Midlands. The role involves providing support to young people who struggle with mainstream education, assisting with tailored learning plans, and promoting wellbeing. Ideal candidates are resilient and proactive, eager to make a positive impact. This unique position offers the chance to work in small class sizes, engaging with students in a varied and rewarding environment, with potential for permanent employment.

Qualifications

• We welcome candidates with a range of relevant experience.
• Must be adaptable and committed to making a positive impact.
• Willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils.
• Help manage behaviour and regulate emotions.
• Support creative and practical learning activities.
• Work closely with teachers to promote progress.

Skills

Experience as Teaching Assistant or related role

Ability to build rapport

Calm under pressure

Energetic and proactive

Commitment to making a positive impact

Education

Relevant graduates

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision

Location: Leicester and Leicestershire

Pay: £100 - £110 per day

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (term time only)

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full time, long‑term to permanent

About the Roles

We are recruiting Teaching Assistants to join several Alternative Provisions across Leicester and Leicestershire. These settings support children and young people who have been excluded from, or are unable to access, mainstream education.

Alternative Provisions offer small class sizes, high levels of staff support and a therapeutic, relationship‑based approach. The focus is on helping pupils re‑engage with learning, develop confidence and build the skills they need to make positive progress both in and out of the classroom.

This work is hands‑on, varied and incredibly rewarding for the right person.

What You'll Be Doing

• Providing 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils
• Helping young people manage behaviour, regulate emotions and overcome barriers
• Supporting creative, practical, vocational and physical learning activities
• Assisting with tailored behaviour and learning plans
• Working closely with teachers and support staff to promote progress and wellbeing
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive relationships

Who We Are Looking For

• We welcome candidates with a range of relevant experience e.g. Teaching Assistants, Sports Coach, Behaviour Mentor, Support Workers, Graduates in relevant fields.
• Resilient and calm under pressure
• Hands‑on, energetic and proactive
• Able to build rapport with pupils who may find school challenging
• Patient, adaptable and committed to making a positive impact
• Willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS

Why Join an Alternative Provision?

• Long‑term roles with genuine opportunities to secure permanent positions
• Supportive teams with strong staff‑to‑student ratios
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people every day
• Access to creative, therapeutic, outdoor and vocational learning opportunities
• A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same

Apply Today

If you are resilient, enthusiastic and passionate about helping young people, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV. We will contact shortlisted applicants to arrange the next steps.