Specialist Teaching Learning Assistant

Specialist Teaching Learning Assistant Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire (NG24) Pay: £100 - £120 per day Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm Contract: Full-time, long term to permanent Start Date: 03/09/2026 About the Role Long Term Futures is recruiting a Specialist Teaching Learning Assistant (STLA) for an independent specialist school located close to Newark. The school supports children and young people aged 5 to 19 with autism and associated needs. With small class sizes and high staffing levels, the school provides a structured day that supports both learning and personal development. The curriculum is highly personalised and includes a strong focus on communication, emotional wellbeing, practical life skills and therapeutic support. What You'll Be Doing Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups throughout the school day Helping students develop confidence, independence and positive routines Encouraging engagement in learning activities and supporting progress Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies Recording progress, wellbeing and key observations in line with school systems Supporting with personal care where requiredWhat We're Looking For Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, Autism, SEMH, or within specialist education settings. Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) is preferred, although strong Level 2 candidates will b...