Teaching Assistant

Location: Newark on Trent

Teaching Assistant - Autism & SEND Support (Full-Time)

Location:

Newark, Nottinghamshire (NG24)
Pay: £90 - £105 per day

Contract:

Temporary to Permanent

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (Term-Time Only)

Start Date:

Immediate Start

We are recruiting a full-time Teaching Assistant to provide autism and SEND support within a specialist school in Newark, Nottinghamshire (NG24). This Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone with experience supporting children with autism in a structured school environment and is available immediately.

The school supports pupils aged 5-16 with autism and additional needs, offering personalised education plans in a calm, supportive and consistent setting. This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term role with the potential to become permanent.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with autism and SEND

* Support learning across the curriculum following individual education plans

* Promote engagement, communication and positive behaviour

* Assist pupils during transitions and help reduce anxiety

* Work closely with teachers and SEN staff to deliver tailored lessons

* Maintain a safe, inclusive and structured classroom environment

Requirements

* Recent experience working as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant in a UK school

* Relevant qualification such as CACHE Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent)

* Strong understanding of autism and SEND strategies

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

* Calm, patient and consistent approach to behaviour and learning support

Desirable Experience

* Supporting non-verbal pupils or learners using AAC

* Knowledge of Makaton, PECS or sensory-based approaches

* Experience in a specialist SEND or autism school

What We Offer

* Long-term Teaching Assistant role with temp-to-perm opportunity

* Supportive specialist school environment in Newark

* Trial days available before full commitment

* Free CPD training and ongoing professional development

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant passionate about supporting pupils with autism, apply today. Send your CV and Adam from Long Term Futures will contact you to discuss the next steps.

Long Term Futures recruits Teaching Assistants and SEND staff across Nottinghamshire. Get in touch to find education roles that match your skills and experience