SEN Teaching Assistant - Outdoor Alternative Provision
18 hours ago
Colne
Urgent: SEN TA for Outdoor Alternative Provision. Support a Class 6 group in a wilderness-based setting. SEMH, ASC & ADHD focus. Temp-to-perm. Start ASAP! The Opportunity Are you a Teaching Assistant who believes that some students learn best when they have room to breathe? We are recruiting for a resilient, active SEN TA to join a specialised Outdoor Alternative Provision . Instead of a traditional four-walled classroom, you will be supporting a Class 6 group in a range of outdoor environments. This setting is specifically designed for learners who have struggled in mainstream education and require a kinesthetic, nature-based approach to re-engage with their EHCP goals. The Role In this role, you will be the primary support for students with SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) and Complex Needs . You will help deliver a "Forest School" style curriculum that balances academic progress with physical wellbeing. Key Responsibilities include: Outdoor Mentoring: Providing 1:1 support during practical, outdoor-based lessons (e.g., bushcraft, navigation, and environmental projects). Positive Behaviour Management: Using de-escalation techniques in open-space environments to support students with ADHD and ASC (Autism) . EHCP Tracking: Assisting the Lead Teacher in monitoring Education, Health and Care Plan progress through observational evidence. Therapeutic Intervention: Utilising the "Nurture Group" principles to support students with EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) and trauma-related barriers. Candidate Requirements Experience: Background as an SEN TA , Outdoor Activity Instructor , Support Worker , or Youth Mentor . Personal Attributes: You must be physically fit, resilient to the British weather, and have a "can-do" attitude toward outdoor learning. Skills: Proficiency in building rapport with "hard-to-reach" young people and a strong understanding of Safeguarding in an outdoor context. Compliance: Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one). Why Choose This Role? Active Working: No more sitting behind a desk spend your workday outdoors making a tangible difference. Small Cohort: High staff-to-student ratios with a Class 6 maximum, ensuring you can provide high-quality support. Career Path: Start on a Temp-to-Perm basis with a clear route to a permanent contract and specialist outdoor education training. How to Apply If you are a Teaching Assistant ready for an outdoor challenge in the Colne/Burnley area, click Apply Now or contact for an immediate discussion.