Are you passionate about supporting young people and making a real difference in their education journey? We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant & Administrator to join an Alternative Provision in Sandwell. This is a full-time hybrid role to start ASAP that combines supporting pupils in the classroom with key administrative and reception duties. The Role You will: Provide in-class support to students, particularly those with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges. Build positive relationships and encourage engagement in learning. Assist with classroom management and behaviour support strategies. Manage reception duties, being the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and professionals. Carry out general administrative tasks, including data entry, record-keeping, and use of Microsoft Office packages. About You: Experience supporting students with SEMH / behavioural difficulties is highly desirable. Previous work in an Alternative Provision or similar setting is an advantage. Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other admin systems. Experience working on reception, handling calls, and liaising with visitors is essential. Strong organisational skills with the ability to balance both classroom and office responsibilities. A calm, resilient, and positive attitude when supporting challenging behaviour. For more information, please get in touch with Zeena on (phone number removed) / (url removed) 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