Alternative Provision Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision
Location: Chesterfield, S43
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term with potential for permanent placement
Hours: 37 hours per week
Daily Rate: £95-£105
Start Date: Immediate

Are you a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant seeking a meaningful role in a specialist education environment? Long Term Futures is working in partnership with a tailored provision that supports small groups (2-7 pupils) of primary-aged children who have been excluded from mainstream education. This diverse role combines academic support, behavioural mentoring, and pastoral responsibilities.

Your Role Will Include:

• Supporting children with complex behavioural, emotional, and social needs

• Assisting in classroom learning to boost pupil engagement and academic development

• Leading 1:1 or small group interventions and occasionally covering for absent staff

• Supervising during break and lunch times, as well as conducting home visits and wellbeing checks

• Collaborating with a wider team to help maintain a structured, nurturing learning environment

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience supporting challenging or disengaged primary-aged pupils in either mainstream or alternative settings

• Possesses strong behaviour management abilities and a creative approach to problem-solving

• Is adaptable, resilient, and maintains high expectations-with a good sense of humour!

• Can build positive relationships that motivate and inspire young learners

• Is willing to support broader site duties and travel between sites when needed (mileage reimbursed)

• Holds a valid DBS and has the right to work in the UK

What We Offer:

• Small group settings, allowing for greater individual impact

• Reimbursed mileage for off-site duties and home visits

• Complimentary access to our CPD training platform

• A supportive and collaborative team with a strong focus on safeguarding

Interested in Making a Real Difference?
If you're passionate about re-engaging young learners and supporting their growth, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today or get in touch for an informal conversation.