SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary SEN School - Derby
📍 Location: Derby
📅 Start Date: ASAP
🕒 Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
💷 Salary: Competitive (based on experience)
A welcoming and well-resourced secondary SEN school in Derby is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team full-time in February/March 2026. This is a long-term opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of young people with SEMH and Challenging Behaviour.
Working closely with teachers and therapists, you will support students across the school, helping to deliver a highly personalised, sensory-based curriculum. This is a rewarding and hands-on role that requires patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting learners with complex needs.
Your Role Will Involve:
Providing 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH and EBD
Helping to deliver engaging, differentiated learning activities
Supporting communication using tools like PECS, Makaton, or AAC
Creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment
We're Looking For Someone Who:
Has experience working with children or young people with special educational needs
Is caring, calm, and resilient
Works well as part of a collaborative team
Is open to training and keen to develop their skills
In Return, You'll Receive:
A supportive and friendly staff team
Opportunities for ongoing professional development
The chance to make a meaningful difference every day
Access to specialist resources and a well-structured school environment
Whether you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or someone looking to start a career in special education, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a short statement of interest.
All applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide relevant references.
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