Teaching Assistant (IAP)

Make a Difference Everyday

At Apex, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, belong, and thrive. Our Internal Alternative Provision provides a nurturing, structured, and inclusive environment for pupils who may be at risk of exclusion or disengagement. Our vision is simple: creating inclusive pathways for success, belonging, and reintegration.

We are seeking an exceptional and compassionate teacher who is committed to making a difference for some of our most vulnerable learners. This is a unique opportunity to work in a provision where relationships, high expectations, and personalised support are at the heart of everything we do.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

Is passionate about supporting children and young people to overcome barriers to learning.

Has experience of working with children, ideally including those with SEND, social, emotional and mental health needs, or challenging behaviours.

Builds positive relationships quickly and maintains professional boundaries.

Is calm, patient, and able to remain positive in challenging situations.

Demonstrates resilience, empathy, and a solution-focused approach.

Has strong communication and teamwork skills.

Shares our commitment to inclusion, equity, and ensuring every pupil feels valued and supported.

You will:

Deliver planned learning activities under the guidance of the IAP Teacher.

Provide targeted interventions to support academic and emotional development.

Assist in creating a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for all learners.

Work collaboratively with the IAP team to ensure personalised support for every student.

Contribute to the planning and assessment process, ensuring progress is tracked and celebrated.

In return we offer:-

An incredibly supportive group of colleagues and leaders

Comprehensive induction programme with a commitment to CPD

A healthy work-life balance and a committed leadership team

Care first employee assistance programme

Non-contributory membership of Benenden Private Health Care Cover

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Two-week, half-term break in October

Cycle To Work Scheme

For further details on this role and to apply please visit The Trust’s careers page Our Vacancies | Beyond Schools Trust

Visits to the Trust are strongly encouraged. For further information and to arrange a visit, please contact Jola Studniarz-Thring via email at [email removed]

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date and/or interview date where interest and applications received are high, therefore we encourage early applications.

Safeguarding Commitment

Beyond Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in a regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory "Disclosing and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check".

Equality & Inclusivity Statement

At Beyond Schools Trust we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workplace where we can ALL be ourselves. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented communities, including but not limited to those who identify as Black, Asian or from a minority ethnic background.