Vocational Teacher – Little Ponton

DATE POSTED

18 June 2026

Subject

SEND

Job Branch & Location

Lincolnshire - Little Ponton

Job Setting & Role

SEND & SEMH - Support

Supply

£150 - £220 PER DAY DEPENDENT UPON EXPERIENCE

About the role:

A specialist provision is seeking a dedicated and resilient SEND Support Practitioner / Teaching Assistant to support the delivery of vocational learning for students with adverse childhood experiences, trauma, and complex personal backgrounds, starting full-time in September.

The setting provides a structured, nurturing environment where relationships, consistency, and practical learning are key. The curriculum focuses on vocational skills, engagement, independence, and preparation for adulthood, helping students re-engage with education in a meaningful and supportive way.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the delivery of vocational and practical lessons (e.g. life skills, employability, hands-on learning activities) in line with students’ individual needs.
Build strong, trusting relationships with students, acting as a consistent and positive role model.
Use trauma-informed approaches to support students’ emotional regulation, wellbeing, and engagement in learning.
Adapt activities and provide scaffolded support to ensure all students can access and succeed in practical tasks.
Promote positive behaviour strategies, helping students to manage emotions and re-engage with learning when challenges arise.
Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to provide a safe, structured, and predictable environment.
Encourage the development of independence, confidence, and transferable life skills.
Support with risk management and de-escalation strategies where required, maintaining a calm and consistent approach.

Pre-requisites:

Experience working with young people with SEMH needs, trauma, or challenging behaviours, in education, care, youth work, or similar settings.
Understanding of trauma-informed practice and how adverse experiences can impact behaviour and learning.
Confidence supporting vocational or practical learning activities and engaging students who may be disengaged from mainstream education.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport, set boundaries, and remain calm under pressure.
A proactive, patient, and resilient approach, with a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable young people.
Relevant qualifications such as Teaching Assistant, Youth Work, Health & Social Care, or equivalent experience (desirable but not essential).

Job Reference: JT25HL155277

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Justteachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS including a children’s barred list check and where applicable a vulnerable adults barred list check is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days, you can though still apply to be considered for similar roles that we have available.

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