Secondary Teaching Assistant

Role: Secondary Teaching Assistant Location: Derby (DE23) Pay Rate: £95 – £105 per day (experience dependent) Contract: Full-time, long-term – potential to go permanent Start Date: As soon as possible Join a Thriving Secondary School in Derby – Be the Difference Every Day! About Us At Long Term Futures, we specialise in connecting talented individuals with long term roles in education. We're excited to be working with a forward-thinking secondary school in Derby that is looking for a motivated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support their team. Your Role at a Glance You'll be a key part of the classroom team, supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally to help them thrive. What you'll be doing: * Working 1:1 or in small groups to support pupils across a range of subjects * Helping to manage behaviour positively and proactively * Tailoring resources and activities to individual needs (including SEN) * Supporting students' confidence and independence * Liaising with teaching staff, parents/carers, and external agencies Who We're Looking For We don't believe in a "one size fits all" TA. We're open to a wide range of experience and backgrounds. You might be: * A recent graduate exploring a future in teaching * An experienced TA looking for your next fulfilling role * Someone with youth work, care, or mentoring experience * Confident, calm, and positive-even when things get challenging * Able to build strong relationships and trust with young people What You'll Get * A chance to make real impact in a student's life * Ongoing training and CPD opportunities * Supportive leadership and welcoming staff team * Possibility of a permanent offer if it's the right fit * Weekly pay through Long Term Futures Ready to Apply? Click apply now or contact Henri at Long Term Futures directly. We review applications as they come in-so don't wait! Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references