Secondary Teaching Assistant
REF: SENPLOY/226684
Education ⫽ Teaching Assistant Jobs
Derby, Derbyshire
£420 - £450 per week + After Deductions
Temp to Perm, Full time
Job description
Every student deserves someone who believes in them.For some young people, having the right Teaching Assistant alongside them can make all the difference between simply getting through the school day and genuinely thriving.
Long Term Futures is recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in Derby, supporting students across Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9). This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll work closely with pupils who need additional encouragement, helping them develop confidence, stay engaged in lessons and reach their potential.
Whether you're supporting a learner one-to-one, adapting classroom activities or celebrating those breakthrough moments, you'll play an important part in shaping each student's educational journey.
Your roleWorking alongside the SENCo, teachers and pastoral team, you'll:
We're looking for someone who
- Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with a range of additional needs
- Help pupils remain focused, engaged and confident throughout lessons
- Adapt learning resources to suit different abilities and learning styles
- Support students with organisation, coursework and classroom routines
- Promote positive behaviour and encourage independence
- Build trusted relationships that help students feel safe, motivated and successful
- Work collaboratively with teachers and the wider SEND team to monitor progress and celebrate achievements
Why choose Long Term Futures?
- Holds a minimum Level 3 qualification (essential)
- Has experience working in a secondary school or supporting young people with SEND
- Builds positive relationships through patience, consistency and encouragement
- Communicates confidently with students, colleagues and families
- Is calm, resilient and able to adapt to different situations
- Is committed to safeguarding and helping every young person succeed
Help young people discover what they're capable of.
- Long-term placements with genuine opportunities for permanent employment
- Competitive weekly pay
- Free CPD, including SEND and behaviour management training
- Dedicated support from your own specialist consultant
- Free on-site parking
- Access to a wide range of education opportunities across the Midlands
If you're looking for a role where your encouragement, patience and support can have a lasting impact on a student's confidence and future, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV to take the next step in your education career.
Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, references and safer recruitment procedures.
Not quite the right fit? Reach out to discuss other current roles we're recruiting for across Derbyshire/ Nottinghamshire and surrounding areas. We also have a wide range of opportunities within education settings, including pastoral roles, sports coaches, mentors, behaviour mentors, admin assistant positions, and other supportive staff roles. If this role isn't the right fit for you, we'd still love to hear from you, find us at Long-term Futures to explore other opportunities.
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