SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant Alternative Provision Burton on Trent (DE11) 90- 110 per day Full Time

Start Date:

ASAP Driving Licence Required Enhanced DBS Required

Join Long Term Futures (LTF) in supporting a specialist Alternative Provision in Burton on Trent (DE11). This setting works with children and young people who require a more personalised approach to education, including pupils with SEMH, Autism, behavioural needs, and additional learning needs, many of whom have an EHCP.

The provision supports pupils across Primary and Secondary age ranges, focusing on re-engagement, structure, and positive behaviour strategies. We are seeking dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to support learners both academically and emotionally, helping them re-engage with education and reach their full potential.

Why Join This Alternative Provision:

• Competitive daily rate of pay
• Strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional development
• Access to CPD via a national training platform
• Working hours:
  
  8:00am - 16:00pm
• Collaborative team culture where staff feel valued
• Free on-site parking and flexible working arrangements

About the Role:

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for pupils with behavioural and emotional needs
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment
• Support pupils' academic progress alongside emotional wellbeing and personal development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, and families to deliver personalised learning plans
• Contribute to behaviour management, de-escalation, and therapeutic support strategies

About You:

• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Available to start ASAP
• Experience with in SEN, Alternative Provision, PRUs, or youth support settings
• Strong behaviour management skills and emotional resilience
• Calm, compassionate, and adaptable approach
• Confident working independently and as part of a wider team

Why Long Term Futures:

• Clear routes for progression within specialist and alternative education
• Inclusive, supportive, and experienced consultant team
• Free access to mental and physical wellbeing programmes
• Ongoing training, mentoring, and CPD
• Immediate interviews and trial days available

• Long Term Futures are acting as a recruitment company in relation to this vacancy. All personal data is processed in line with current data protection legislation and used solely to support your application and compliance requirements.

If you're a secondary subject teacher looking to secure your next role in Derbyshire with confidence and long-term support, apply today with Long Term Futures.

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. (url removed)