Teaching Assistant
Location: Loughborough / Leicestershire (LE12)
Pay: £103 - £110 per day
Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:15am - 4:30pm, Friday: 8:15am - 3:15pm
Start Date: Interviews available Asap
Contract: Long-term to permanent
The Opportunity
Long Term Futures is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school based in a village setting in the LE12 area. The school supports pupils aged 7-16 who benefit from a calm, structured and therapeutic approach to education.
With small class sizes and high staff-to-pupil ratios, the school focuses on building trust, supporting emotional regulation and helping pupils re-engage with learning. The curriculum is broad and engaging, incorporating Life Skills, PE, Art, Cooking and Forest School, giving pupils opportunities to learn in practical and meaningful ways.
Responsibilities
Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups across the school day
Assist teachers with the delivery of structured and engaging lessons
Promote positive behaviour, emotional development and resilience
Help pupils develop social skills, independence and confidence
Contribute to a safe, supportive and well-managed learning environment
What We're Looking For
Experience supporting children or young people, ideally within SEMH or SEN
A calm, patient and adaptable approach
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to work well as part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
Why This Role?
Long-term position with a clear pathway to a permanent role
Supportive staff team with a strong focus on pupil wellbeing
Opportunities for CPD and professional development
A varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same
Apply Today
If you're ready to make a real difference in a specialist SEMH setting, apply today with your CV. Millie from Long Term Futures will be in touch to discuss the next steps