Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) | Burton on Trent (DE14) | £115-£135 per day | Full Time | Start Date: 13/04/26 | Secondary School

What We’re Looking For:

• HLTA qualification or equivalent secondary school experience
• Experienced in supporting learners with behavioural needs through targeted 1-2-1 and small group sessions.
• Confident working with KS3 and KS4 pupils and delivering structured support sessions independently.
• Able to confidently deliver lessons or supervise classes independently when a teacher is absent.
• Strong behaviour management skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and support pupil engagement.

The Opportunity
Join Long Term Futures in supporting a secondary school in Burton on Trent (DE14). We work with children aged 11–16, many with Special Educational needs. This role focuses on Secondary Education, supporting pupils to engage with learning and develop their full potential. We are seeking a dedicated Higher Teaching Learning Assistant to become part of our supportive team. At this school, our aim is to engage learners with education and help them reach their full potential.

Role Responsibilities:

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in line with the curriculum and school priorities.
• Lead targeted interventions for individuals and small groups to support learning.
• Promote positive behaviour, focus, and engagement in lessons.
• Support learners with time out times and de-escalating techniques.
• Work closely with teachers, SEN staff, and the pastoral team to support student development.

Why Join?

• Competitive daily rate and consistent hours.
• Supportive school team with career development opportunities.
• Trial day offered, no formal interview process.
• Work with Long Term Futures, specialists in long-term and permanent school placements.

Trial days and interviews are being arranged immediately.
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.

Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact Jimmy directly to discuss the role or arrange a trial day. https://www.longtermfutures.co.uk/register/

*Not quite the right fit? Reach out to discuss other current roles we’re recruiting for across Derbyshire and surrounding areas*

Higher Learning Teaching Assistant
Location: Derby (DE1)
PayScale: £110 – £130 per day
Duration: Long-term to permanent
Start date: ASAP

Higher Learning Teaching Assistant | Derby (DE1) | £110- £130 per day | Full Time | ASAP
Long Term Futures is proud to be partnering with a thriving secondary school in Derby City Centre (DE1). Led by a team of highly experienced headteacher with a strong track record of school transformation, this school is a beacon of progress and innovation.
We are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their multifunctional team. In this role, you will provide targeted additional tuition to Year 9 learners, helping them strengthen their foundational core subject skills and preparing them for future GCSE study.

What the School Offers:

• Competitive pay rates
• Clear opportunities for career progression and access to bespoke training programmes.
• A collaborative and supportive staff team, led by an inspiring senior leadership team.
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing, including regular team-building activities.
• Convenient location with excellent public transport links.

About the Role:

• In this role, you will provide targeted additional tuition to Year 9 learners, helping them strengthen their foundational core subject skills and preparing them for future GCSE study.
• Lead small group or 1:1 interventions focused on communication, sensory integration, emotional regulation, and academic support
• Collaborate with teachers and therapists to adapt learning materials and strategies
• Provide pastoral support and contribute to behaviour plans and EHCP targets
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive classroom environment, rooted in empathy and consistency

About You:

• Experience working in a special school or supporting children with SEN across early years, primary, or secondary phases
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HLTA status, or willingness to work towards)
• Knowledge of autism, SEMH, and/or complex learning needs, with training in relevant strategies, highly desirable
• Flexible, resilient, and calm under pressure, with a child-centred approach
• A strong team player with excellent communication and initiative

Why Choose Long Term Futures?

• Competitive pay rates (£110 – £130/day).
• Access to CPD and training opportunities, particularly focused on secondary/KS4 support.
• Dedicated consultant guidance throughout your placement.
• Clear pathways for career progression.

Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact Jimmy directly to learn more about the role.
*Not quite the right fit? Reach out to discuss other current roles we’re recruiting for across Derbyshire*

SEND Teaching Assistant | Croydon (SE19) | £95-£110 per day | Full Time | ASAP
Long Term Futures are excited to be working with an amazing all-through SEN school in Croydon that is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant (SEN) with experience working with students with Autism to join their exceptional team. With brand-new facilities and a strong focus on staff development, this is an excellent opportunity to build your career in SEN education.

What the School Offers:

• Competitive pay rates
• Clear opportunities for career progression and access to bespoke training programmes
• A collaborative and supportive staff team, led by an inspiring senior leadership team
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing, including regular team-building activities
• Convenient location with excellent public transport links

About the Role:
As an LSA, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with diverse needs, ensuring they thrive both academically and socially. Working across the school’s primary and secondary phases, you will:

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for pupils with a range of special educational needs
• Foster a nurturing, inclusive, and structured learning environment
• Support students in developing social skills, emotional regulation, and independence
• Assist in the preparation and adaptation of learning materials
• Work specifically with students with Autism, implementing strategies to support their communication, sensory needs, and engagement in learning

About You:

• Experience working in SEN or education settings is highly desirable, particularly with Autism
• A calm and empathetic approach to supporting students with complex needs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for making a positive impact on children’s lives
• A relevant qualification in education or SEN is advantageous but not essential

If you’re ready to grow your career in an outstanding SEN environment, apply today by submitting your CV or contact James at Long Term Futures for more information.