Supply SEN Teaching Assistant
Derby
£425–£475 per week
To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.
About the role
Connex Education is working with a number of welcoming and inclusive primary schools across Derby who are looking for Supply SEN Teaching Assistants to join their teams. You will support pupils with a range of special educational needs, including Autism, ADHD, and social, emotional, or behavioural challenges. Your role will involve assisting pupils in their learning, providing emotional support, and helping to create a calm and nurturing classroom environment. This position is ideal for individuals who are compassionate, patient, and confident supporting children with additional needs.
About the school
Our partner schools in Derby are caring, inclusive settings with dedicated staff who provide personalised support for every pupil. Each school values teamwork, understanding, and consistency to help pupils reach their full potential. They are seeking reliable and empathetic SEN Teaching Assistants who can adapt quickly to different classroom environments and build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
Assignment details
This role will commence after the October half term, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available.
Benefits of working with Connex Education
* Competitive daily rate
* PAYE paid weekly
* Free access to our accredited CPD platform
* Career progression opportunities via our conversion courses
* Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom
* Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities
Person specification
* Have UK experience of supporting pupils with Special Needs either in a school or similar setting
* Be willing to provide personal care
* Be confident in working with challenging behaviour
* Have a current DBS on the update service or be willing to provide a new one
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.
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