Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant

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Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant

Location: Derby City Centre (DE1)Pay Rate: £110 - £125Contract: Temp to PermStart Date: ASAP

Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant | Derby City Centre (DE1) | £110-£125 per day | Full Time | Interviews Commencing ASAP

Long Term Futures are seeking a passionate and experienced Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant to join a well-established and supportive learning environment in Derby City Centre. The role involves supporting students who face barriers to learning within an inclusive and nurturing setting.

You will provide targeted academic and emotional support, working closely with teaching staff and external professionals to help every learner reach their full potential. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a setting dedicated to enabling young people to overcome barriers and succeed.

This position is ideal for someone resilient, enthusiastic, and committed to making a meaningful difference in young people's lives.

About the Role

• Provide tailored one-to-one and small group support for pupils with behavioural needs (Years 7-16)
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment
• Support pupils' academic progress, 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

• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs in a school or youth work setting
• Strong behaviour management skills and ability to build positive relationships
• Calm, patient, and adaptable approach
• Genuine passion for supporting young people academically and personally
• Willingness to contribute to the wider school community

Why Join

• Competitive salary
• Strong focus on wellbeing and professional development
• Access to CPD via a national training platform
• Employer pension contributions and wellbeing membership options
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Free car parking and flexible working hours
• Opportunity to be part of a school that supports confident, independent learners
• Join a forward-thinking team focused on ambition, character, and belonging
• Ongoing training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities

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 Chloe directly to learn more about the role.Not quite the right fit? Reach out to discuss other roles across Derbyshire and surrounding areas.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. xwzovoh All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact Chloe directly to discuss the role or arrange a trial day