SEND Teaching Assistants (2x roles

SEND Teaching Assistants (2x roles) (BBBH
1503) Nottingham, England

SEND Teaching Assistants (2x roles)
Location:
Nottingham (NG2)
Pay Scale: £100 - £115 per Day
Hours: 32.5 hours per week
Start date: 02/09/26

The School

Long Term Futures is proud to be working in partnership with a specialist school within a Multi Academy Trust. The school is looking for two teaching assistants on a Temp to Perm contract. The school proudly supports young people aged 11–16, providing a safe and nurturing environment for pupils with a wide range of learning difficulties and complex needs, including autism, SEMH, and communication or sensory processing challenges.

Every pupil has an EHCP, which sits at the heart of a personalised curriculum delivered through carefully tailored pathways.

The Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils both 1:1 and in small groups, helping them access learning, develop independence, and build confidence. Working as part of a dedicated and supportive team, you’ll contribute to creating a calm, structured, and nurturing environment where every student can thrive.

At the school, they are committed to equipping our students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make informed choices, embrace opportunities, and adapt to change. Their curriculum is designed to foster emotional wellbeing, meaningful engagement, and strong relationships, empowering young people to believe in themselves and their future.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in education, childcare, or health & social care.
• Experience in a special school, SEN unit, or SEND role.
• Confidence supporting pupils with autism, SEMH, and communication needs.
• A calm, empathetic, and adaptable approach with strong teamwork skills.
• A genuine commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to long-term and permanent job opportunities.
• Ongoing CPD and training to enhance your SEN skillset.
• Dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• A focus on staff wellbeing and a genuine partnership with supportive schools.

Informal MS Teams meetings are being arranged immediately.

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.