Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant
Provision: Secondary School Learner Hub
Location: Swanwick (DE55)
Pay Scale: Between -410 and -450 a week (after deductions)
Hours: 8.30am - 3.30pm, Monday to Friday, Full Time
Start Date: ASAP

Long Term Futures are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a Learner Hub in Swanwick. The Learner Hub provides a small, supportive alternative to the mainstream classroom for students who require additional help to engage successfully with their education. With class sizes of no more than six students, the provision offers a calm and nurturing environment where learners can receive more individualised academic and pastoral support. You will work closely with students who may find a mainstream classroom challenging, helping them to remain engaged with their learning, build confidence and make positive progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support within the Learner Hub, working with groups of up to six students.
• Support learners who require additional help away from the mainstream classroom environment.
• Work under the guidance of the SENCO and teaching staff to deliver tailored support strategies.
• Adapt learning resources and approaches to meet individual needs.
• Support students across core subjects, including maths, English and science.
• Promote positive behaviour and help students develop confidence, resilience and independence.
• Help maintain a calm, positive and inclusive learning environment.

Who We''re Looking For

• A minimum Level 3 qualification is essential.
• Previous experience supporting children or young people on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.
• Experience supporting students with SEN, additional needs or barriers to learning would be highly beneficial.
• A patient, adaptable and supportive approach.
• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• A genuine desire to encourage learners who may need additional support to succeed in education.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Long-term roles with opportunities for permanent placement.
• A wide range of opportunities across the Midlands.
• One-to-one guidance from your dedicated recruitment consultant.
• Free car parking.
• Free access to CPD training courses.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact Jimmy directly to discuss the role or arrange a trial day.

Not quite the right fit? Get in touch to discuss other roles we''re currently recruiting for across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and the surrounding areas. We recruit for a wide range of education positions, including pastoral roles, sports coaches, mentors, behaviour mentors, admin assistants and other support staff opportunities.