Teaching Assistant
Location: Nottingham (NG9)
Pay Rate: £90-£103.90 per day
Contract Type: Long-term with the option of a permanent position
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
Start Date: September 2025

Long Term Futures are looking to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a thriving secondary school based in the NG9 area of Nottingham. This successful school, which supports students aged 11-18, is recognised for its focus on academic progress, strong pastoral care and inclusive values.

Your Role Will Include:

Supporting students on a 1-1 basis and in small groups, particularly those with special educational needs (SEN)

Collaborating with teachers and other support staff to adapt lesson resources and learning activities

Building positive working relationships with students to increase confidence and participation in learning

Helping maintain a calm, respectful and engaging classroom atmosphere

Encouraging students to remain focused and supporting them with positive behaviour strategies

We're Looking For Someone Who:

Has at least 6 months or more of experience as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant

Feels confident supporting students with additional learning needs or behavioural requirements

Is a strong communicator and enjoys working as part of a school team

Holds a current DBS (or is willing to apply) and can provide two suitable professional references

Why Join Long Term Futures?

Consistent, long-term work with the chance to progress into a permanent Teaching Assistant role

The opportunity to complete a paid trial week to ensure the role is the right fit

Ongoing professional development and access to training

Competitive daily pay rates

If you are passionate about making a difference to young people and would like to join a supportive school community, send your CV today and Adam will be in touch to discuss next steps.

If this particular Teaching Assistant role isn't the perfect match, we have a range of other Teaching Assistant opportunities across Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire - get in touch to find out more