Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant
Location: Eckington (S21)
Pay Rate: £100 - £120
Must be able to drive
Contract: Temp to Perm
Start Date: ASAP

Overview:

Long Term Futures are seeking a passionate and experienced Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant to join an Independent Specialist College. The role involves supporting students who face barriers to learning within an inclusive, nurturing environment. You will provide targeted academic and emotional support, allowing these learners to pick up the abilities needed for life and employability skills. This position is ideal for someone, enthusiastic, and committed to making a meaningful difference in young people's lives.

About the Role:

Provide tailored one-to-one and small group support for pupils with behavioural needs. This is in an all through school from ages 11-25.
Help create a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment.
Support pupils' academic progress as well as their emotional wellbeing and personal development.
As a Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant you will work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families to deliver personalised learning plans.
Contribute to behaviour management and therapeutic support strategies.About You:

Experience in supporting pupils with additional needs in a school or a FE setting.
Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build trust with students.
A calm, patient, and adaptable approach to challenges.
A genuine passion for helping young people succeed academically and personally.
Willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school community.
Must be willing to attend a pre meeting on Microsoft Teams.Why Join

Competitive salary
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.
Join a forward-thinking team with a shared mission to inspire ambition, develop character, and foster belongingWhy 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 availableTrial days and interviews 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.

Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact Jimmy directly to discuss the role or arrange a trial day