Outdoor Education Teaching Assistant.

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, ambitious and inspirational colleague to join our successful Alternative Provision team as an Outdoor Education Teaching Assistant. Full-time, term time only (34 hours, 39 weeks) This post is integral to our Junction 16 service and plays an important role in enhancing opportunities for young people. The role would suit a passionate and motivated colleague who is experienced in working successfully with pupils and who is keen to support children with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs to achieve success. As an AP Teaching Assistant, you will be based primarily within our Outdoor Education provision, supporting pupils to engage positively in practical, experiential and outdoor learning. You will work alongside teaching and specialist staff to help pupils develop confidence, resilience, teamwork, communication skills and positive attitudes to learning. The successful candidate will support pupils across a range of classroom-based and outdoor activities. This may include supporting portfolio work, formative assessment, classroom set-up, resourcing, folder management, outside space management and helping pupils engage safely and positively with their learning. The role will also involve supporting outdoor activities and visits, which may include bushcraft, navigation, mountain biking, climbing, paddle sports and other practical outdoor learning experiences under the supervision of qualified staff. You will need to be proactive, organised and flexible, with a willingness to learn and adapt to the dynamic nature of the role. A child-centred and empathetic approach is essential, along with patience, strong communication skills and the ability to support pupils’ behaviour, attitudes and personal development. The successful candidate will also need to understand the importance of risk management and safe practice when working in outdoor and practical environments. Although the post will be based predominantly within the O