Seize the Opportunity: Become a Peripatetic Teaching Assistant!
Ready to change lives? Classroom Recruiters, in partnership with a top Regional child services provider in the Mansfield area, is looking for a Peripatetic Teaching Assistant. This full-time role isn’t just a job—it’s a mission to help secondary-aged children thrive outside the mainstream educational system. This is. Not just a job is an opportunity to help change outcomes for children in your local area
Why You’ll Love This Job
Local work: You will only work in your local area for this position, so no travelling huge distances for work.
Great hours: You will work from 09:00 till 15:00 Monday to Friday
School holidays Off: You will be off for the 13 weeks of the year that are school holidays. Creating a great life balance. (Salary is pro rata)
Every Day is Different: One day you’re in a local library, the next you’re in a community centre or a specialist learning hub. You’ll work one-on-one with a set group of 6-12 children over a two to three week rota, all within your local area.
Make Learning Fun: You’ll create personalized, engaging learning experiences that track each child’s progress. Your creativity and adaptability are your superpowers. Plus, these children also participate in a range of vocational activities, giving them a well-rounded, practical education.
Build Deep Connections: You’re not just an educator—you’re a mentor, advocate, and friend. Building meaningful relationships is at the heart of what you do.
Freedom to Innovate: We love fresh ideas. You’ll have the autonomy to design and implement activities that shape each child’s educational journey.
Work with a company that supports you in your mission: You will be supported throughout your journey, with a comprehensive induction. You will also work an extremely passionate senior leadership team that will be on hand to ensure you are supported in your new role.
Great opportunities for progression: You will be part of a growing company that services are in high demand so lots of opportunities for growth.
Fantastic training opportunities: After you complete your first six months you will get am opportunity to start a teaching assistant course all paid for.
The Difference You’ll Make
Children struggling in mainstream environments need targeted support. Your role as a Peripatetic Teaching Assistant is crucial to their academic and social development. You’ll help create a well-structured, balanced curriculum that lets these children shine in their new setting.
This isn’t just a job. It’s a movement. Be the driving force in helping children overcome challenges and unlock their potential.
Who You Are
* Passionate: Your commitment to reaching hard-to-reach children drives you. Your passion transforms their lives.
* Experienced: You need to have worked with children either in a school, nursery, college, residential setting or related field. We are very open to talking to people from a range of different backgrounds but you must have relevant transferable skills.
* Qualified: having a qualification as a teaching assistant or in childcare would be a bonus but we are open to taking people on with relatable qualifications too.
* Mobile: You have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Support & Growth
You won’t walk this path alone. Our experienced, dedicated team is here to provide support, guidance, and mentorship. Their collective wisdom and expertise will be invaluable as you navigate the challenges and triumphs of this role. Seize the opportunity to complete a free level 3 Teaching Assistant course after 6 months!
The Interview Process
Our interview process is designed to be relaxed and welcoming. After your initial interview with one of our consultants, you’ll meet with a member of SLT at a local hub near you. During this meeting, you’ll discuss the role in-depth, share your experience, and highlight why you believe you are the perfect fit for this extraordinary opportunity. We want you to feel comfortable and confident as you take your first step towards starting your new position.
Apply Today!
Join us in making a meaningful difference, one child at a time. If you're ready to embrace a role that challenges, inspires, and rewards, apply today!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £16,550.00 per year
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
* Are you happy to transport children in your car between sites when required?
* Do you understand this is a permanent role?
* Are you available full-time Monday to Friday from 9 am-3 pm?
* Are you happy to upgrade your car to car business insurance?
* Do you understand that this is a term time-only contract, salary between £18,589 - £20,493 pro rata with 13 weeks off (unpaid)? - Salary + £16,555
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)