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Teaching Assistant
Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire (NG24)
Pay: 103 - 110 per day
Start Date: January 2026
Hours: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm
Contract: Long-term to permanent
About the Role
Long Term Futures is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join an independent specialist school located just outside Newark. The school supports children and young people aged 5-19 with autism and associated needs, offering a calm, therapeutic environment with small class sizes and a highly personalised curriculum.
Set in a peaceful rural location, the school focuses on supporting pupils' academic progress alongside emotional wellbeing, independence and life skills. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with young people and making a meaningful difference.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with autism and additional needs
- Support learning, emotional regulation and positive behaviour
- Assist with lesson preparation and classroom organisation
- Monitor and record progress, behaviour and wellbeing
- Work closely with teachers, therapists and families
- Support pupils during activities, trips and community-based learning
- Assist with personal care where required
Who We're Looking For
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEN
- Calm, patient and resilient approach
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Adaptable and proactive attitude
- Teaching Assistant qualifications are desirable but not essential
- Willingness to hold or obtain an Enhanced DBS
What's On Offer
- Supportive and welcoming staff team
- Specialist setting with small classes and strong staff support
- Creative curriculum focused on independence and life skills
- Long-term role with the potential to move into a permanent position
Easily Commutable From: Newark, Balderton, Farndon, Southwell, Grantham, Collingham, Fernwood, Coddington, Winthorpe, Morton, Fiskerton and surrounding areas.
Apply Today
If you're interested in this role, please send your CV today.
Millie from Long Term Futures will contact shortlisted candidates to arrange the next steps.
