Specialist learning support assistant - Alternative provision
Listed on 2026-03-14
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, School Counselor
Overview
We are currently working with an Alternative Provision in Chesterfield looking for a Specialist Learning Support Assistant on a temp‑to‑permanent, full‑time basis.
In this AP, all pupils are permanently excluded and may exhibit challenging behaviours. Pupils may also have SEND.
The main purpose of the role is to provide academic support and intervention to pupils who are disaffected and/or have behavioural, emotional, social and learning difficulties, and enable them to develop positive relationships with others. The role supports the delivery of the curriculum to ensure pupils realise their full potential socially and academically.
Key Responsibilities• Support the delivery of a phonics programme and a wide range of literacy interventions.
• Work with pupils who display challenging behaviours and SEND.
• Provide academic support and intervention to enable pupils to develop positive relationships with others.
• Assist in delivering the curriculum and ensuring pupils realise their full potential.
Qualifications & Requirements• Experience supporting the delivery of a phonics programme or other literacy interventions.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to obtain business insurance (or already have it).
• Updated DBS via the update service (we can support obtaining one if you do not have it).
• Availability to work full time, 8:30‑16:20.
Benefits- A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help with the easy onboarding process.
- Guaranteed payment scheme (Terms and Conditions apply).
- CPD courses and certificates as part of the My‑Progression channel.
- Market‑leading rates of pay.
- Teacher Active Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply).
- Staff paid on a PAYE basis – no admin charges, correct tax and NI.
If you are interested and meet the above requirements, please email a copy of your CV to . I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.
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Additional InformationAll applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with Teacher Active. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, s and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.
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