Teaching Assistant (SEN Support)

Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire (NG24)

Pay: 90 - 105 per day

Start Date: ASAP or September 2025

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:15am - 3:30pm (term time only)

Contract: Long term to Permanent

Are you someone who finds real purpose in supporting children with special educational needs?

Long Term Futures are working with a well-established and nurturing independent SEN school in Newark (NG24) that supports students aged 5-19 with autism and related learning needs. The school is now looking for 2 compassionate and reliable Teaching Assistants to join their team with one to start as soon as possible, and another to start in September 2025.

A Day in The Position:

Providing 1-1 or small group support tailored to individual students
Assisting with engaging, structured learning activities and adapting materials where needed
Supporting students' emotional, social and mental wellbeing
Helping implement positive behaviour strategies both in and out of the classroom
Encouraging pupils to develop independence, communication and life skills
Working closely with teachers, therapists and families to ensure consistent support

What We're Looking For:

Essential: Experience working with children or young people with SEN (ASD support experience is highly valued)
A patient, calm and flexible approach to supporting behaviour and learning
A team player who can build strong relationships with both students and staff

Why Join This School?

A long-term, full-time role with a clear path to a permanent position
Opportunity for a trial day/tour around the setting to ensure the right fit
Supportive leadership and a welcoming, inclusive team
Ongoing access to professional development and relevant training

This role is based in Newark (NG24) and is easily accessible from many nearby locations, including:

Balderton, Southwell, Collingham, Farndon, Coddington, Fernwood, Winthorpe, Bingham, Lowdham, North Muskham, Elston, Sutton-on-Trent, Ollerton, Tuxford, and Carlton-on-Trent.

If this sounds like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you. Please send in your CV, and shortlisted applicants will be contacted by Millie to arrange the next steps.

Looking for something slightly different? We work with a range of schools across the region - feel free to get in touch to explore other roles that suit your skills and availability.