Teaching Assistant Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire (NG24) Pay: 103 - 110 per day Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm (term time only) Start Date: Interviews Asap Contract: Full-time, long-term to permanent About the Role Long Term Futures is recruiting an experienced Teaching Assistant to join a well-established specialist school near Newark. The school supports pupils aged 5-16 with autism and associated special educational needs. With small class sizes and a strong focus on wellbeing, the school places high importance on consistency, positive relationships and personalised support. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in helping pupils build confidence, independence and essential life skills. Your ResponsibilitiesProvide 1:1 and small-group support throughout the school daySupport pupils to develop confidence, independence and positive routinesAssist with emotional regulation and behaviour support strategiesMonitor and record progress, behaviour and wellbeingCommunicate effectively with teaching staff and familiesAccompany pupils on community activities and off-site learning About YouPrevious Teaching Assistant experience is essentialRelevant qualifications are desirable but not essentialExperience supporting pupils with SEN is essentialCalm, patient and flexible approachStrong communication and teamwork skillsEnhanced DBS (or willingness to apply) Why Apply?Supportive, well-structured specialist settingSmall classes and strong staff-to-pupil ..... full job details .....