Tradewind is recruiting! We are currently looking for someone to support a disengaged male pupil on a 1:1 basis in an Alternative Education setting based in Trowbridge. The work is full-time and will involve the use of a car and to support the young person from various Trowbridge and Chippenham locations at times. The ability to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour is a must for this role.

Hours of work is 0830-1630 everyday Monday to Friday term-time. There is generous pay offer for the right candidate that will be paid through umbrella company and the mileages will be paid as 0.40 pence per mile. The role is starting asap.

Previous experience is working within an Alternative Education provision, or PRU setting is highly beneficial. Military background and training is also desirable. Interest in Sports such as Rugby, Football and Martial Arts is highly desirable to build rapport with the student as the work will involve regular trips to Sports settings and games.


These roles might be ideal for you if:

-You have previous SEMH experience or Qualifications. (Ability to work with challenging behaviour is a must)
-You have previously worked with disengaged young people or been involved in projects roles where you managed young people with challenging behaviour.
-You have experience and understanding of child development and learning and can show empathy and understanding as well as being a firm but fair role model at all times.
-You are available full-time.
-You have a flexible and conscientious approach and can adapt to last minute changes in their behaviour, timetable.

To be considered for this role, you must have your own transport and be willing to use it to transfer the young person in your own vehicle and obtain the necessary business insurance for it.

Location: Trowbridge

By registering with Tradewind, we can offer you:

*We attract top education talent and in return offer top rates of pay
*We care about your training and development more than any other agency - which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 25 to be exact! That's 18 more than our next nearest competitor
*Great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn up to *£100
*Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success
*Help with lesson planning - our support doesn't stop once we've secured you a placement
*Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability
*Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants

To join us and be successful in these teaching assistant positions you will need to:

* Have SEN Experience
Have own transport
Willingness to get Business insurance for their own vehicle.
* This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
* Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained
* You must have the legal right to work in the UK

Click 'Apply now' to be considered for this great position or for more information about the role, contact Lottie Dullea on 01173445070/ Lottie.dullea@twrecruitment.com

We look forward to hearing from you and helping take you on the next step of your teaching career.

Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates, clients and employees come first. At Tradewind you will have access to 25 fully certified CPD courses, that's 18 more than our next nearest competitor, all focused on making you the best you can be. We have the very best people available to take your call and look after you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and take the time to really get to know you. Put simply; we listen, we learn, we deliver. Why? Because our people matter most.

We specialise in matching Teachers and Support Staff to their dream job, and help Primary, Secondary and SEN schools recruit for a wide range of roles across our 11 offices in the UK, including: London, the West Midlands, the North West, East Anglia, the North East, the South West, Yorkshire, the Midlands, Herts and Bucks.

Awarded REC Audited Education gold standard - Tradewind Recruitment are committed to Safeguarding and are a proud Equal Opportunities Employer.