Special Needs Teaching Assistant


Company:	senploy
Salary:	£110 to £125 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	NG1 5ND
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	4 Sept 2026
Closing date:	29 Sept 2026

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Summary

Nottingham City Centre, NG1

£110-£125 per day

Start Date: Immediate

Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary

We are recruiting an experienced Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Nottingham City Centre for an immediate start.

This is a hands-on role supporting children with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning, regulate their emotions and develop greater confidence and independence within school. You will provide a combination of 1:1, small-group and classroom support, adapting your approach according to the individual needs of each pupil.

The school is looking for someone with existing SEND experience who can quickly establish positive relationships and provide the calm, consistent support pupils need to thrive.

About the Role

As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will:

* Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND

* Support children with needs including Autism (ASD), ADHD, SEMH and Speech & Language difficulties

* Help pupils access classroom learning through differentiated activities and personalised strategies

* Follow targets and strategies outlined within EHCPs and individual support plans

* Support communication, social interaction and emotional regulation

* Deliver targeted academic and SEND interventions

* Use positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques where appropriate

* Support pupils through transitions and changes to routine

* Encourage confidence, independence and positive engagement with learning

* Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCo and wider support team to monitor pupil progress

Ideal Candidate Profile

* Previous experience supporting children with SEND is essential

* Experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant, SEND Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or similar

* Knowledge of Autism, ADHD, SEMH and/or Speech & Language needs

* Confident providing dedicated 1:1 support

* Experience working with EHCPs is desirable

* Knowledge of visual supports, PECS or Makaton would be advantageous

* Strong behaviour management and communication skills

* Calm, patient and consistent when supporting pupils who may become dysregulated

* Proactive, resilient and comfortable using initiative

* Available to begin a long-term position immediately

About the School

* Central Nottingham (NG1) location with excellent transport links

* Inclusive mainstream primary environment

* Experienced and supportive SEND team

* Strong focus on personalised provision and pupil wellbeing

* Collaborative staff culture with opportunities for continued SEND development

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

* Immediate-start, long-term opportunity

* Potential progression into a permanent school-based position

* Weekly pay through our streamlined digital payroll system

* Free CPD covering SEND, Autism, Behaviour Management and Safeguarding

* Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Next Steps

If you're an experienced Special Needs Teaching Assistant available immediately and looking for a long-term opportunity in Nottingham, apply today with your CV.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hannah at Long Term Futures.

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

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