Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision
Pay: £90-£110 per day (short/long term temporary)
Location: Stockton-on-Tees (Alternative Provision Setting)
Start: After Feb Half Term
Are you resilient, adaptable and passionate about supporting young people who need a fresh start in education? Veritas Education are recruiting Teaching Assistants for an established KS3-KS4 Alternative Provision that supports pupils who are not currently able to access mainstream school.
The Role
You will work closely with teaching staff to provide:
One‑to‑one and small‑group support
Assistance with emotional regulation and behaviour de‑escalation
Encouragement and structure to help pupils improve engagement
Guidance to help pupils rebuild confidence and develop positive learning habits
Support with routines, boundaries and consistent expectationsThe setting supports pupils who may be experiencing significant challenges, including those previously excluded, managing anxiety, or displaying heightened emotions. The aim is to help students stabilise, make academic progress and reintegrate into an appropriate educational pathway.
This role will suit someone who:
Has experience with challenging behaviour, SEMH or exclusion‑experienced pupils
Remains calm, patient and solution‑focused under pressure
Can build trust and positive relationships with young people
Is resilient, consistent and able to offer clear boundaries
Uses de‑escalation techniques effectively
Has a genuine commitment to helping young people succeed.Benefits
Competitive daily rate (£90-£110 - PAYE)
Supportive staff team and excellent training opportunities
Opportunity to make a genuine impact on vulnerable young people
Potential for long‑term or ongoing work for the right candidatesHow to Apply
If you are motivated to help young people achieve positive outcomes and feel equipped to support in a PRU environment, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today or make contact with Ed Hyland at (phone number removed) or to arrange a registration meeting and start after half term.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community