Job Description

At Tradewind Recruitment, we believe that every young person deserves someone in their corner - someone patient, encouraging and committed to helping them thrive.

We're proud to be working with several specialist alternative learning provisions who are on the hunt for compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistants who can make a genuine difference to students who need support beyond the mainstream classroom.


About the Settings

These specialist provisions support children and young people who may be:

  • At risk of exclusion from mainstream school
  • Managing social, emotional, or mental health needs
  • Experiencing anxiety, trauma, or challenges with behaviour
  • In need of a smaller, more personalised learning environment

The provisions work with primary and secondary-age learners. Class sizes are usually small, allowing staff to build strong relationships and tailor support to individual needs. The teams you will be working alongside will be experienced, supportive and committed to helping pupils re-engage with education, grow in confidence and make positive progress.

About the Role

In this varied and rewarding position, you will:

  • Support teaching and learning in small group and 1:1 sessions across multiple settings
  • Assist in delivering personalised lessons across the curriculum
  • Help pupils manage their emotions, behaviour and wellbeing
  • Contribute to an inclusive, safe, and nurturing environment
  • Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and external professionals
  • Support the development of social and communication skills

About You

We're looking for someone who:

  • Has experience working with children or young people, ideally with additional or complex needs
  • Is calm, consistent and emotionally resilient
  • Builds trust and rapport with learners from diverse backgrounds
  • Communicates well with staff, families and external agencies
  • Can adapt approaches to meet individual needs and varied school settings
  • Any training or courses relevant to schools or SEN would be desirable

Whether you have previous experience in education or come from a background in care, psychology, youth work or social service - your empathy and dedication could make a lasting impact!


Key Details

  • Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, term time only
  • Pay: from £90 per day
  • Flexibility: part-time or full-time options available
  • Start: Immediate starts available (with potential for permanent contracts for the right person)
  • Location: North Somerset - Alternative Learning Provisions

Why Join Tradewind Recruitment?

  • Your income matters: We'll always seek to secure you the highest possible rate of pay and offer honest, tailored advice.
  • Your development matters: Enjoy free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources through the National College.
  • Your flexibility matters: We tailor the working week around you - daily supply, long-term, or permanent roles, all local to you.
  • Your wellbeing matters: People are at the heart of everything we do - and we're proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer for four consecutive years.
  • We're committed to exceptional service and are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.

If you're ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people and work within supportive, values-driven school communities, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and start shaping brighter futures as a ALP Teaching Assistant across North Somerset schools and provisions.
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