Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant

Long Term Futures Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational provider in Derby seeks a dedicated Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant to support students with complex needs. You will provide one-to-one and small group support to enhance academic progress and emotional wellbeing in a caring environment. The role offers a competitive pay rate and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Access to training and CPD

Health and wellbeing membership options

Flexible working hours

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Your DBS must be on the updated system.
• Experience in alternative provision or youth support roles is preferred.
• Confident in collaboration with teachers and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils.
• Help create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils' academic progress and emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Experience in SEN settings

Strong behaviour management skills

Emotional resilience

Compassionate approach

Ability to work independently

Job description

Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant

Location: Derby (DE3)

Pay Rate: £100 - £115 per day

Contract: Temp to Perm

Start Date: 24th November 2025

Long Term Futures (LTF) are working with a nurturing specialist provision in Derby (DE3) within a Multi Academy Trust, supporting over 160 young people aged 11‑16. The pupils at the school have a range of complex needs, including autism, SEMH, and communication or sensory processing difficulties, all of whom have an EHCP. LTF are seeking dedicated Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistants to join our supportive team. The aim of the school is to re‑engage their learners with education and reach their full potential, academically, socially, and emotionally, through personalised learning pathways and a caring, inclusive environment.

Why Join This Specialist Provision

• Competitive daily rate of pay
• Strong focus on wellbeing and professional development
• Access to CPD via a national training platform
• Employer pension contributions and health and wellbeing membership options
• Collaborative team culture where staff feel valued
• Free car parking and flexible working hours

About the Role

• Provide tailored one‑to‑one and small group support for pupils with behavioural needs
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment
• Support pupils' academic progress as well as their emotional wellbeing and personal development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families to deliver personalised learning plans
• Contribute to behaviour management and therapeutic support strategies

About You

• Your DBS must be on the updated system
• If successful you must be ready to start work on Monday 24th November
• Experience in SEN settings, alternative provision, PRUs, or youth support roles
• Strong behaviour management skills and emotional resilience
• A calm, compassionate, and adaptable approach
• Confident working independently and as part of a 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

All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks. This setting is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Trial days and interviews are being arranged immediately.

Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact Jimmy directly to learn more about the role.

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