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Chesterfield (S41)
£115-£130 Per Day
Full Time | Long-Term to Permanent
Start: 5th October 2026
Long Term Futures are working in partnership with a large secondary academy in Chesterfield (S41) to appoint a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support pupils within Foundation Learning. The academy supports students aged 11-18 and is part of a well-established Multi-Academy Trust. Working closely with the Foundation Learning Lead and teaching staff, you will provide targeted academic and SEND support to help pupils overcome barriers, better access the secondary curriculum, and make positive academic, social, and personal progress.
Key Responsibilities
- Work alongside the Foundation Learning Lead and teaching staff to support pupils who require additional help accessing the secondary curriculum
- Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
- Deliver interventions and learning activities, adapting resources and strategies to meet individual pupil needs
- Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff to help inform future support and interventions
- Support pupils' holistic development, ensuring both their academic progress and wider social and emotional needs are considered
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About You
- NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, equivalent qualification, or relevant experience within education. HLTA status is desirable, although candidates working towards this will also be considered
- Previous experience supporting young people with SEND within a school or educational environment
- GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent), with strong literacy and numeracy skills
- Good knowledge of the National Curriculum and strategies used to support pupils with additional learning needs
- A positive, proactive team player with high expectations and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people
Why Long Term Futures
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- Competitive daily rates of pay, £115 - £130 a day.
- Long-term opportunities with routes into permanent employment
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
- Free access to CPD and professional development
- Opportunities across mainstream, SEND, Alternative Provision, and specialist education
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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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