Job Description

Teaching Assistant - Apprenticeship & Experienced Opportunities

Location: Towcester, Northamptonshire
Salary: £15,500 Apprenticeship / £18,500 Level 2 or Experienced
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Start: New Year 2027
Recruiter: Tradewind Recruitment

Make a difference. Build confidence. Change futures.

Are you passionate about supporting young people who need a different approach to education? Do you have experience working with challenging behaviour, SEMH or young people who have struggled to engage with mainstream education?

Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with an exciting Alternative Provision setting opening a brand-new site in Towcester in the New Year. As part of this expansion, we are looking for enthusiastic, patient and resilient Teaching Assistants to join the team and help create a positive learning environment for young people who need additional support.

This provision will cater for pupils who may have experienced difficulties within mainstream education, including social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), behavioural challenges, disengagement and barriers to learning.

The opportunity

We have opportunities for both aspiring educators and experienced Teaching Assistants:

  • Apprenticeship route - £15,500 per annum: An excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in education, gain hands-on experience and develop their skills while working towards a recognised qualification.

  • Level 2 / Experienced TA - £18,500 per annum: For candidates who already hold a relevant Level 2 qualification or have previous experience supporting young people in an educational or alternative provision setting.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting pupils with their learning, engagement and personal development.

  • Building positive, trusting relationships with young people who may struggle with authority, boundaries or traditional classroom environments.

  • Supporting behaviour management and implementing consistent approaches.

  • Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, resilience and independence.

  • Working alongside teachers and tutors to create a safe, structured and supportive environment.

  • Helping young people re-engage with education and recognise their potential.

Who would suit this role?

Previous experience in a school is beneficial but we would also love to hear from people with backgrounds in youth work, residential care, sports coaching, mentoring, behaviour support or similar environments.

You will need to be patient, approachable, consistent and confident managing challenging situations.

Why join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a new provision from the outset, helping establish a positive culture and making a genuine difference to young people who need it most.

All positions are initially recruited through Tradewind Recruitment on a temporary-to-permanent basis, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position directly with the setting.

Apply today! Contact Alana at Tradewind Recruitment to find out more about joining this exciting new team.