Long Term Teaching Assistant
Job title: | Long Term Teaching Assistant |
Contract type: | Temporary |
Location: | Chesterfield |
Industry: | SEN |
Salary: | £105 - £120 per day |
Reference: | 0000294063_1739534921 |
Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
Contact email: | Mollie@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
Location: ChesterfieldJob Type: Full-Time, Monday - Friday
Key Stages: KS3 - KS4
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and challenging behaviour? We are looking for a dedicated and resilient SEN/PRU Teaching Assistant to join our team in Chesterfield.
The Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students aged 11-16 (KS3-KS4) in a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) or SEN setting, supporting their learning, engagement, and emotional well-being. You will play a vital role in helping students overcome barriers to education, providing both academic and behavioural support.
Requirements:
✅ Experience working with SEN students or young people with challenging behaviour in the UK
✅ A full UK driving licence and access to your own car (essential)
✅ Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students
✅ A proactive and patient approach to learning support
✅ A commitment to helping young people reach their full potential
Benefits:
A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives
Competitive salary and benefits package
Supportive team and professional development opportunities
If you are passionate about supporting young people in an SEN/PRU setting and meet the criteria above, we would love to hear from you!
📩 Apply today with your CV and a brief cover letter.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

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