Thrive Practitioner / Assessor (Contract) – Alternative Provision

About the role

Join a specialist education provider to deliver Thrive assessments for young people in Alternative Provision settings. You will work on a flexible, self‑employed basis, supporting learners with SEND, SEMH and EBSA needs across community, home and online environments.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct initial and termly Thrive assessments to map each learner’s emotional and social development.
• Analyse progress in areas such as emotional regulation, resilience, self‑esteem and relationships.
• Produce clear, action‑focused reports with recommendations for tutors, families and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Education Delivery Coordinators to embed assessment outcomes into Individualised Learning Plans.
• Maintain safeguarding best practice and ensure the learner’s voice remains central.

Required profile

• Current, valid Thrive Licensed Practitioner qualification.
• Experience assessing children and young people, preferably within SEND, SEMH or Alternative Provision contexts.
• Strong report‑writing ability and capacity to translate findings into practical strategies.
• Warm, patient, trauma‑informed approach.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Self‑employed status with ability to work flexibly across placements.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £30‑£40.
• Flexible scheduling to fit around your availability.
• Designated Education Delivery Coordinator as primary point of contact.
• Ongoing CPD and guidance on safeguarding and best practice.
• Supportive community of educators.