One-to-one SEND Teaching Assistant

Long Term Futures

  • Chesterfield, Derbyshire
  • £420-450 per week
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 12 hours ago
1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant | Chesterfield (S43) | Take home £420-£450 per week (After deductions) | Full Time | September 2025Long Term Futures is proud to be working with a small nurturing inclusive school. The school is committed to supporting each young person's personal growth and independence, focusing on the development of each student - academically, emotionally and socially. This rewarding role involves providing individualised support for a child with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges, helping them access the curriculum in a nurturing, structured environment.Why Choose Long Term Futures?
  • Competitive daily rates of pay (£420 - £450 per week after deductions)
  • Access to tailored CPD including Autism, behaviour, and de-escalation training
  • Support from a specialist SEN recruitment consultant
  • Clear routes to permanent contracts and SEN career progression
About the Role:
  • Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with high SEN needs, including autism and behavioural challenges
  • Follow and implement individualised education plans
  • Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and therapists
  • There is a high staff to student ratio typically 5-6 students per class.
  • Support during transitions, breaktimes, and unstructured parts of the day to ensure consistency
  • Work alongside our experienced team which includes specialist teachers, teaching assistants, therapist and counsellors.
About You:
  • A passion for supporting children with autism and behavioural difficulties
  • Previous experience in SEN settings (special schools, PRUs, SEN units), or a background in youth work, care, or mental health support
  • Background in supporting core subjects as well assisting with practical subjects such as cooking and various sporting activities
  • Calm, patient, and resilient approach, with a deep understanding of behaviour as communication
  • Strong interpersonal skills, team player, and willingness to grow professionally through feedback and training
  • Must hold a minimum of a L3 qualification preferably in the relevant field.
What the School Offers:
  • Free car parking
  • Competitive pay with stability and consistency.
  • Clear professional development and training tailored to 1:1 SEN support
  • A warm, supportive staff team with a focus on wellbeing
  • Clear routes to long-term and permanent opportunities
Trial days and interviews are being arranged immediately.Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact Jimmy directly to learn more about the role.*Not quite the right fit? Reach out to discuss other current roles we're recruiting for across Derbyshire and surrounding areas*

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