Teaching Assistant
Location: Shepshed, Loughborough (LE12)
Salary: £90 - £100 per day
Contract Type: Long-term to permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30 | Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2025 (Interviews & Trial Days Taking Place Now)

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can help young people overcome emotional and behavioural challenges to succeed in school life?

We are working in partnership with a specialist all-through school in Shepshed that supports children aged 5-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school prides itself on creating a calm and structured environment that gives every pupil the opportunity to thrive.

This full-time Teaching Assistant position will begin in September 2025, but the school is currently offering trial days and interviews to ensure the right fit ahead of the new academic year. If you are resilient, adaptable, and passionate about supporting vulnerable students, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to SEMH needs
Help students develop self-regulation skills, confidence, and positive relationships
Support the implementation of behaviour strategies and consistent routines
Collaborate with teachers and support staff to monitor student progress and adjust interventions accordinglyWhat We're Looking For:

Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or SEN is desirable
Experience in sports coaching, sports, mentoring, youth work etc is desirable but not essential
A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to behaviour and emotional support
Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one).What We Offer:

A consistent role, on a long term to permanent basis.
Immediate access to trial days so you can experience the setting first-hand
Opportunities to develop professionally through hands-on experience and training

Easily Commutable From: Leicester, Loughborough, Shepshed, Coalville, Hathern, Kegworth, Castle Donington, Barrow upon Soar and surrounding areas

To Apply: Submit your CV today to express your interest. Millie at Long Term Futures will be in touch to discuss the next steps