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Teaching Assistant - Chesterfield, S41
Location: Chesterfield, S41
Day Rate: 90-105 Per Day
Contract: Long-term to Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15am - 4:15pm (Early Finish Fridays)
Start Date: ASAP
Are you looking for a full-time teaching assistant role in a supportive alternative provision setting?
Long Term Futures require an enthusiastic and resilient teaching assistant to support secondary aged pupils in a thriving alternative provision. This role involves working closely with the class teacher and other support staff, providing a positive and encouraging environment for all pupils. The position is initially offered on a long-term basis, with the aim of becoming a permanent member of staff after a successful given period.
What is required of you:
* Having a positive personality and being able to build strong relationships with both pupils and staff.
* Encouraging the pupils to engage in the curriculum and providing 1-1 or small group support across the classroom.
* Using a calm and nurturing approach to help deescalate high risk situations with pupils and providing behaviour management across the school.
The Ideal Candidate:
* Experience of working with pupils with challenging behaviour or SEN/SEMH needs is desirable.
* Experience of working with pupils in education, preferably a secondary setting.
* MUST be able to drive and have access to your own vehicle.
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
* Full-time, consistent work with the opportunity for a permanent placement - no day-to-day supply.
* We work with multiple schools across the East Midlands giving you access to a variety of opportunities.
* A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
* Trial days instead of formal interviews to ensure the right fit.
* Access to free CPD training, including courses on Understanding Autism and Behaviour Management to help you develop key skills for supporting children effectively.
All applicants will need a valid DBS, two references and complete the relevant safeguarding training provided to be considered for a trial day.
If this role isn't the right fit for you, we have a range of other opportunities within the education sector. Please feel free to contact Henri, our Secondary and SEN Consultant, to discuss your preferences and how we can support you in finding the ideal position - (phone number removed).
