Teaching Assistant
Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire (NG24)
Pay: £90 - £100 per day (PAYE)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm (term time only)
Contract: Full-time, long-term to permanent
Start Date: November 2025
Long Term Futures is looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join a well-established specialist school near Newark. The school supports children and young people aged 5-16 with autism and associated special educational needs (SEN).
The school provides a calm and structured environment where students can feel safe, supported and ready to learn. With small class sizes and a strong focus on wellbeing, the team works together to help each young person develop confidence, independence and life skills.
Role Overview
* Support students on a 1:1 and small group basis.
* Help pupils build confidence, positive routines, and independence.
* Support emotional regulation and behaviour management.
* Record progress and communicate effectively with staff and families.
* Provide personal care when required.
* Accompany pupils on off-site learning and community activities.
About You
* Experience as a Teaching Assistant is essential.
* Experience supporting children or young people with autism or SEN is essential.
* Calm, patient and flexible approach to supporting different needs.
* Relevant qualification is desirable but not essential.
Why Join This School
* Supportive team and structured working environment.
* Small class sizes and strong staff-to-student ratios.
* A curriculum focused on emotional wellbeing, communication, and personal growth.
* Long-term opportunity with the chance to go permanent.
Apply Now
If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant with SEN experience and want to make a real difference, send your CV today. Millie at Long Term Futures will be in touch to discuss your application and arrange a trial day.