Specialist Teaching Learning Assistant
Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire (NG24)
Pay: 10 - 120 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm
Contract: Full-time, long term to permanent
Start Date: Asap

About the Role
Long Term Futures is recruiting a Specialist Teaching Learning Assistant (STLA) for an independent specialist school located close to Newark. The school supports children and young people aged 5 to 19 with autism and associated needs.
With small class sizes and high staffing levels, the school provides a structured day that supports both learning and personal development. The curriculum is highly personalised and includes a strong focus on communication, emotional wellbeing, practical life skills and therapeutic support.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups throughout the school day
• Helping students develop confidence, independence and positive routines
• Encouraging engagement in learning activities and supporting progress
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Recording progress, wellbeing and key observations in line with school systems
• Supporting with personal care where required

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN or Autism
• A calm, patient and flexible approach
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• Relevant qualifications (Level 2 or 3 TA, CACHE or similar) are welcome but not essential
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

About You

• Candidate must be fully compliant; this includes a DBS on the update system, and 2x references.
• Experience working in SEN, alternative provision, PRUs, or youth support settings
• Skilled in positive behaviour management with strong emotional resilience
• A Maths or Sport background is an advantage
• Calm, compassionate, and adaptable, with a genuine commitment to helping young people succee
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a supportive team

Why Long Term Futures

• Clear routes to progression within specialist education
• Inclusive and supportive staff team
• Free access to mental and physical wellbeing programmes
• Ongoing training and mentoring
• Immediate interviews and trial days available

Trial days and interviews are being arranged immediately.
Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact Jimmy directly to learn more about the role.