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Teaching Assistant

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Posting date: 16 August 2025
Salary: £90 to £95 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 11 September 2025
Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire
Company: senploy
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 185897

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Teaching Assistant
Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire (NG24)
Pay: £90 - £95 per day (PAYE)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, term time only, 8:30am - 4:00pm
Type: Long-term with the option to go permanent

Long Term Futures is recruiting on behalf of an independent specialist school just outside Newark, catering for children and young people aged 5-19 with autism and associated needs. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, the school is well-known for its therapeutic approach, small class sizes and creative, tailored curriculum.

We're looking for a patient, proactive and caring Teaching Assistant to join the team from September 2025.

Your role will involve:
- Supporting individuals or small groups with both academic learning and personal development.
- Helping students manage emotions, build routines and develop positive behaviours.
- Preparing and organising lesson resources in line with teacher plans.
- Tracking and reporting on pupil progress, behaviour and wellbeing.
- Working closely with teachers, therapists and families.
- Assisting with personal care if required.
- Accompanying students on trips, visits and community activities.

We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience supporting young people with autism, SEN or SEMH needs.
- Can remain calm and resilient in challenging situations.
- Is adaptable, with strong communication skills and a team-first attitude.
- Holds relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications (desirable but not essential).

What's on offer:
- A supportive and welcoming team environment.
- A personalised curriculum that encourages creativity, life skills and independence.
- Opportunities for training and career progression.

Easily commutable from: Newark, Balderton, Farndon, Southwell, Grantham, Collingham, Fernwood, Coddington, Winthorpe, Morton, Fiskerton, North Muskham and surrounding areas.

Apply now: Send your CV today and Millie from Long Term Futures will be in touch to arrange the next steps.

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