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Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ 90 - 100 / Day
Job Type: Contract Temporary
Location: Grimsby, Lincolnshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Are you a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant ready to make a real difference? Tradewind is actively recruiting for exciting daily and long-term opportunities within Alternative Provisions across Grimsby. If you have experience in alternative education settings and are driven to positively impact learning journeys and overall well-being, we want to hear from you.
About the Role & What You'll Do:
Alternative Provisions in Grimsby provide crucial support for students who have faced barriers in mainstream education, requiring a highly tailored approach. As an SEN Teaching Assistant in these dynamic environments, your role will be multifaceted and deeply rewarding. You'll be actively involved in:
Providing vital 1:1 and small group support: Working closely with students to help them access pre-planned work, reinforce learning, and develop essential skills in core subjects and beyond.
Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours: Utilising your understanding of SEMH and other complex needs to apply proactive strategies, build rapport, and support students in self-regulating and making positive choices.
Fostering engagement and participation: Employing creative and adaptive strategies to make learning accessible and enjoyable, helping students who may be disengaged to reconnect with their education.
Creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive atmosphere: Building strong, trusting relationships with students, acting as a consistent and positive role model, and ensuring a supportive environment where every student feels valued.
Contributing to students' holistic development: Supporting not only academic progress but also their social, emotional, and mental health through structured activities, positive reinforcement, and consistent guidance.
Collaborating closely with staff: Working as part of a dedicated team alongside teachers and other professionals to implement individualised education plans (IEPs) and communicate student progress and challenges effectively.
You Will Have:
Prior experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEN, Alternative Provision (AP), or Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) setting.
A strong understanding of various Special Educational Needs (e.g., SEMH, ASD, ADHD, learning difficulties) and effective strategies for support.
A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one.
Two obtainable professional references that can attest to your suitability for this role.
Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability, with a willingness to travel to different Alternative Provisions across Grimsby as required.
An open-minded and committed approach to supporting children with a wide range of differing learning abilities and behavioural needs.
Working with Tradewind, you will also benefit from:
Access to free, accredited Continued Professional Development (CPD) through our partnership with the National College, including vital training in areas like safeguarding, behaviour management, de-escalation techniques, and supporting complex needs.
Competitive daily rates and weekly pay.
Ongoing support and guidance from your dedicated Tradewind consultant.
The chance to make a profound and lasting impact on the lives of young people in a unique and incredibly rewarding educational environment.
If you're ready to make a significant difference and build a fulfilling career supporting vulnerable learners, get in contact today! Send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more detailsBefore You Apply
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