At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with additional needs and help them re-engage with education.
- Company: Aspire People, a dedicated education agency focused on making a difference.
- Benefits: Earn £105 per day, enjoy full-time hours, and receive ongoing support.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and explore long-term career opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in young people's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with children or young people, especially in SEN or alternative settings.
The predicted salary is between 22950 - 28050 £ per year.
Location: Leicester
Pay: £105 per day
Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, 5 days a week
Start Date: ASAP / dependent on availability
Aspire People are recruiting! Aspire People have partnered with an Alternative Provision setting in Leicester who are looking for an experienced and resilient Alternative Provision Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for someone who has experience working with children and young people who may have additional needs, challenging behaviour, SEMH needs or barriers to mainstream education. You will play an important role in helping pupils re-engage with education, develop their confidence and make positive progress.
About the Role
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils
- Support children and young people with a range of additional needs
- Help pupils overcome barriers to learning
- Build positive and trusting relationships with students
- Support behaviour management and emotional regulation
- Encourage pupils to engage positively with their education
- Help create a calm, structured and supportive environment
- Assist teachers with lessons and activities
- Support pupils with their social, emotional and personal development
- Work closely with teaching staff and the wider support team
We're Looking For
- The successful candidate must have previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEN, SEMH, behaviour, alternative provision or similar setting.
- You will also need to be:
- Patient, calm and resilient
- Confident supporting challenging behaviour
- Able to build strong relationships with pupils
- Consistent and confident when setting boundaries
- Adaptable and able to respond to different individual needs
- Passionate about helping young people succeed
- Reliable and committed to working 5 days a week
What Aspire People Offer
- £105 per day
- Monday-Friday, full-time
- Opportunity to work within an Alternative Provision setting
- Dedicated consultant support
- Ongoing support throughout your placement
- Potential for long-term and permanent opportunities
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives
If you have experience working with children or young people and feel you have the skills and resilience to thrive in an Alternative Provision setting, we'd love to hear from you.
Email: Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
Alternative Provision Teaching Assistant in Leicester employer: Aspire People Limited Careers
Our school is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture where every team member is valued. Located in Birmingham, we provide ongoing professional development opportunities to help you grow in your role as a SEN Teaching Assistant, making a meaningful impact on the lives of children with special educational needs. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that fosters a nurturing environment for both staff and students alike.
Contact Details:
Aspire People Limited Careers Recruitment Team
