Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant

Posted 11 months ago

Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant

Chesterfield

Consultant

London

Consultant

London

Jimmy Carter

I specialise in connecting talented educators with long-term opportunities in SEN schools across Lon

Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant – Chesterfield (S41)

A well-established and nurturing Alternative Provision in Chesterfield is seeking compassionate and resilient Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistants to join its dedicated team. This specialist setting supports young people who have been permanently excluded from mainstream secondary education, many with SEMH or additional behaviour needs.

The school’s mission is to help every pupil re-engage with learning, rebuild confidence, and achieve long-term personal and academic growth — making this a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference.

Pay: £100–£115 per day
Contract: Full Time
Start Date: 5 January 2026

Why Join This Specialist Provision?

• Competitive salary

• Strong focus on wellbeing and professional development

• Access to CPD via a national training platform

• Employer pension contributions and wellbeing membership options

• Supportive, collaborative team culture

• Free car parking and flexible working hours

About the Role – Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant

Candidates must have their own car and business insurance, as occasional driving is required (for example, Safe and Well home visits).

As a Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant, you will:

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with behavioural needs (primarily in maths lessons)

• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and structured learning environment

• Support pupils’ academic progress as well as their emotional wellbeing and personal development

• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and families to deliver personalised learning plans

• Contribute to behaviour management and therapeutic support strategies

About You

To be successful in this role, you must be:

• Fully compliant (DBS on the update service, UK driving licence, two references)

• Experienced in SEN, alternative provision, PRUs or youth support settings

• Skilled in positive behaviour management with strong emotional resilience

• Confident supporting numeracy or have a maths background (advantageous)

• Calm, compassionate and adaptable

• Able to work independently and as part of a supportive team

• Committed to helping young people succeed academically and emotionally

Why 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 available

Trial days and interviews are being arranged immediately.

Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact Jimmy directly to learn more.

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