Teaching Assistant

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

• Experience supporting children in education settings

• MAPA or Team Teach training (or willingness to complete)

• Strong behavior management skills

• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection

• Enhanced DBS (or willing to obtain one)

In Return, We Offer:

• A supportive leadership team and CPD opportunities

• A rewarding and meaningful role where no two days are the same

• Opportunities to train further in SEN, behavior management, and therapeutic approaches

• 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.