Change a Life. One Child at a Time. Lets be real some kids just dont fit into the classroom model. The noise, the pressure, the rules it doesnt work for everyon e. But every one of those kids still deserves a chance. They just need someone who gets them. Thats where you come in. Classroom Recruiters have partnered with a specialist childrens service provider who design bespoke, 1:1 learning and support programs for young people whove struggled in mainstream education. These arent typical classroom roles you wont be stuck behind a desk passing worksheets around. Youll be the grown-up who meets that child where theyre at. Some days youll be in the park, others in the library, maybe even bowling because connection comes before concentration. Its about trust, stability, and the kind of small daily wins that change everything for a child whos had a tough start. If you need structure and predictability, this role probably isnt for you. But if you want freedom, purpose, and the chance to genuinely change lives keep reading. The Nuts and Bolts Where: Mansfield and surrounding areas When: 8:30 am 3:30 pm Days: 35 per week (your choice) Type: Permanent Start: ASAP (well happily wait for a notice) Experience: Youve worked with children recently in school, youth work, or care, doesnt matter. Qualifications: Teaching assistant qualifications, child care, health and social care or related qualification ideally. We will consider experience and transferable skills. Driving license: Youll need one. You might visit a few settings in a day, and no two days will look the same. What Youll Actually Be Doing Youll support children 1:1 whove found mainstream classrooms unworkable helping them grow in confidence, emotional regulation, and engagement. The specialist provider youll work with creates tailored learning pathways for each child, so your role is all about helping those plans come to life and seeing progress that actually means something. Theres no planning, no marking, and no endless paperwork. Just meaningful, hands-on work that matters. The Kind of People Who Succeed Here Whether youre a teaching assistant looking for a change, a sports coach after a new challenge, or a swim teacher whos always wanted to work in an educational setting we want to hear from you. If youve spent at least 612 months working with children and can talk passionately about why youd be a great fit, well support you with the rest. What You Get Purpose that feels real. Youll go home knowing youve done something worthwhile. Respect from a team that actually cares. This providers got a strong local reputation for doing things properly. Training that sets you up to succeed. A week-long induction, shadowing senior staff, and ongoing guidance. Growth. After six months, youll have the option to start a fully funded Level 3 TA qualification if you dont already have one. Complete it, and you move up the pay scale. Its there if you want it, not forced if youre already there. If youre patient, calm, and know how to build trust with kids whove had a rough ride youll fit right in. If youre after an easy ride, you wont. This job isnt for everyone. But it might be exactly what youve been looking for. Classroom Recruiters welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. The only non-negotiable here is empathy.