Job Description

Alternative Provision Support Assistants / Teaching Assistants - Northamptonshire

Various partner schools across Northamptonshire
Full-time / Part-time | Term Time Only | Long-term roles with potential for permanent placement
Competitive daily rates | Ongoing training & professional development

Are you passionate about supporting young people who face barriers to education? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students who thrive best in alternative learning environments?

Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be working in partnership with a range of Alternative Provisions (APs), Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), and inclusive mainstream schools across Northamptonshire. We are currently recruiting committed and compassionate Support Assistants / Teaching Assistants to work with students who require tailored support due to SEMH needs, behavioural challenges, or additional learning difficulties.

About the Role:

You'll be working one-on-one or in small groups, supporting students who may be at risk of exclusion or who require a more therapeutic or vocational approach to learning. Many of these students have experienced trauma, disrupted education, or social/emotional difficulties - your role is crucial in helping them rebuild confidence, trust, and a sense of belonging in education.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Have experience working with young people in schools, care, youth work or mentoring

  • Be calm, resilient, and adaptable to challenging behaviours

  • Understand the importance of trauma-informed and person-centred approaches

  • Be a strong team player with excellent communication skills

  • Hold an enhanced DBS (or be willing to apply for one)

In Return, You'll Receive:

  • A dedicated consultant to support your career journey

  • Access to free CPD including Safeguarding, Team Teach & SEND training

  • Opportunities for progression and permanent roles within our partner schools

  • A chance to make a real difference to students' lives every day

Whether you're an experienced support worker or looking to move into education, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and join Tradewind in shaping brighter futures for young people in Northamptonshire.