Teaching Assistant
Location: Nottingham (NG11)
Pay: 90 - 100 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm | Term-time only
Start Date: Asap
Contract: Long-term to permanent
About the Role
We're looking for a Teaching Assistant to support a Year 7 pupil at a secondary school in Nottingham. The school is Ofsted rated 'Good' and has a strong reputation for being calm, welcoming and supportive.
This is a 1:1 support role, working closely with one student who needs help with behaviour, confidence and settling into school life. You'll also provide some general classroom support to other students when needed.
It's a hands-on role where patience and consistency are key.
What You'll Be Doing
- Provide 1:1 support to a Year 7 pupil to help them regulate behaviour, manage transitions and engage in learning
- Implement positive behaviour strategies and maintain clear routines
- Support the student to develop confidence, independence and positive peer relationships
- Assist with learning activities and general classroom support when required
- Build effective relationships with staff, parents and pastoral teams to support consistent progress
What We're Looking For
- Some experience supporting young people, ideally in a school, SEN or behaviour role
- Confidence managing challenging behaviour in a calm way
- Strong communication and a supportive, patient approach
- An Enhanced DBS or willingness to get one
What the School Offers
- Long-term work with a real chance to go permanent
- Supportive staff team and strong pastoral structure
- Good transport links and on-site parking
- A school where behaviour expectations are clear and staff feel supported
How to Apply
If you're ready to take on a 1:1 support role where you can make a real difference, send us your CV. Millie from Long Term Futures will be in touch to talk you through the next steps.
If this role doesn't quite fit, we have other education-based opportunities across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.