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Job Opportunity: Teaching Assistant – Alternative Provision School
Location: Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
Position: Full-Time Teaching Assistant
Setting: Alternative Provision Secondary School
Salary: £90-£110 per day
Start Date: Immediate or as soon as possible
Who Are We Looking For?
We’re on the hunt for a passionate, resilient, and experienced Teaching Assistant who thrives in a non-mainstream educational environment. You're someone who understands the complex, varied needs of pupils with EHCPs and is committed to making a real difference in their educational journey.
This isn’t your typical classroom role. You’re someone who:
- Has previous experience working closely with pupils who have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
- Is calm, patient, and skilled at de-escalation – MAPA or Team Teach trained is highly desirable
- Understands the challenges faced by children and young people in alternative provision, and works with empathy and structure
- Can work 1:1 or with small groups to support both academic and emotional progress
- Has a toolbox of strategies to build trust and resilience in learners
- Isn’t afraid to think creatively and adapt on the fly
About the School:
You’ll be joining a specialist provision in Tewkesbury that supports pupils who may not thrive in mainstream settings due to SEMH, ASC, or complex behavioral needs. The school has a strong team ethos, robust support systems, and a shared belief in restorative practice and trauma-informed care.
The Ideal Candidate:
Name: “Jordan”
Background: Worked in a pupil referral unit, SEMH school, or similar setting
Trained in: Team Teach or MAPA
Superpower: Turning challenging moments into opportunities for growth
Strengths: Relationship-builder, proactive thinker, reliable and emotionally intelligent
Why they’re looking: Wants to make a deeper impact, thrives in a supportive and progressive team
Requirements
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Experience supporting children in education settings
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MAPA or Team Teach training (or willingness to complete)
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Strong behavior management skills
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An understanding of safeguarding and child protection
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Enhanced DBS (or willing to obtain one)
In Return, We Offer:
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A supportive leadership team and CPD opportunities
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A rewarding and meaningful role where no two days are the same
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Opportunities to train further in SEN, behavior management, and therapeutic approaches
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A team that values collaboration, courage, and care
How to Apply:
Ready to step into a role that truly changes lives?
Early applications are encouraged – interviews may be held on a rolling basis.
