Job Description

About the Role

We're at the start of an exciting journey, and we're looking for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our growing Alternative Provision. This is an incredible opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people who may have experienced challenges in mainstream education, including children in care.

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work under the direction of senior staff to support the learning, wellbeing, and personal development of our pupils. You'll help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where every young person can thrive.

We're a trauma-informed setting, and we provide all staff with Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training to help you confidently and safely support students through challenging situations.

We also actively promote a positive work-life balance and believe that a supported team is key to helping our young people succeed.

Key Responsibilities

? Support pupils' learning and engagement across a range of subjects

? Work under the direction of senior staff to deliver individualised support plans

? Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation using a trauma-informed approach

? Assist with planning and preparing learning activities and resources

? Provide support during transitions, activities, and off-site learning experiences

? Build positive relationships with pupils, promoting trust, confidence, and self-esteem

? Support safeguarding and wellbeing procedures within the provision

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

? Passionate about helping young people achieve their potential

? Patient, empathetic, and resilient

? A team player, open to guidance and direction from senior staff

? Committed to inclusion, equality, and trauma-informed practice

Why Join Us?

? Be part of a new and growing provision, shaping its future success

? Full CPI training and ongoing professional development

? Supportive, compassionate team environment

? Opportunities to make a lasting impact every day

? A workplace that values wellbeing and balance

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Safer recruitment checks -- including an enhanced DBS check, reference checks, and right-to-work verification -- will be completed before any offer of employment is confirmed.

To apply:

Please send your CV and a short statement explaining why you'd like to join our team to

gclayton@oaktreeacademy.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 21,000.00-23,500.00 per day

Work Location: In person