1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant | Derby (DE65) | £90-£105 per day | Full Time | September 2025

Long Term Futures is proud to be working with a highly regarded all-through Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Derbyshire, currently seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with complex needs. 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 (£90 - £105/day)
* 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 behaviour that may challenge
* Follow and implement individualised education plans (IEPs) and behaviour strategies
* Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and therapists
* Use visual timetables, sensory tools, and structured routines to support learning and emotional regulation
* Support during transitions, breaktimes, and unstructured parts of the day to ensure consistency

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
* 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
* Full driving license is a must
* Must hold a minimum of a L3 qualification preferably in the relevant field.

What the School Offers:
* Free car parking, flexible working days as well as a 4-day working week.
* Clear professional development and training tailored to 1:1 SEN support
* A warm, supportive staff team with a focus on wellbeing
* Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

Trial days and interviews are being arranged immediately.
Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact Jimmy directly to learn more about the role.
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