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Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 90 - 100 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Bingham, Nottinghamshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Teaching Assistant - SEMH Provision
(Ideal for Former Prison or Probation Officers)
Candidate Location: Commutable from Bingham, Lowdham, Burton Joyce, Cotgrave, Melton Mowbray, Radcliffe-on-Trent and other surrounding areas.
School location: NG13
Pay: £90-£100/day (via PAYE - no umbrella deductions)
Contract: Temp to perm
Hours: 08:30 - 16:15 Mon-Fri Term time only
Start Date: ASAP or September 2025
Have you worked in prison or probation services and want a fresh start where your skills truly make a difference?
Long Term Futures are supporting a specialist SEMH school near Bottesford that offers more than education - it offers a new beginning. Set in a rural location with animals, outdoor learning, and extensive grounds, the school takes a therapeutic, vocational approach tailored to pupils aged 7-18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Although this specific opportunity is with students aged 13-18, there may be opportunities to work with younger year students also.
Why You're a Great Fit:
Your background in prison, probation, youth offending or secure care has prepared you to manage behaviour, set boundaries, build trust, and remain calm under pressure - all vital in this role. As a Teaching Assistant, you'll provide consistency and support to pupils who often haven't had either.
What Makes This School Unique:
Rural setting with animals and outdoor learning
Vocational, flexible curriculum focused on emotional development and life skills
Strong team ethos and shared commitment to long-term changeIn This Role, You Will:
Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups across classroom and outdoor sessions
Use trauma-informed, firm-but-fair strategies to encourage regulation and engagement
Get involved in activities like animal care, gardening, and creative projects
Work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver wraparound support
Act as a reliable, positive role model who promotes respect and resilienceWe're Looking For:
Experience in justice, care, or secure settings (e.g., prison/probation/youth work)
Strong behaviour management and emotional resilience
Compassion, patience, and a sense of humour
Willingness to work outdoors and take a hands-on approachWhat You'll Receive:
A supportive team and wellbeing-focused culture
High-quality training in trauma-informed and therapeutic education
24/7 support from your dedicated consultant at Long Term FuturesApply Now
If this sounds like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you. Please send in your CV, and shortlisted applicants will be contacted by Adam to arrange the next stepsBefore You Apply
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