Exciting Opportunity – SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Derby Contract: Permanent, Term-Time Only (32.5 hours/week, 39 weeks/year) Salary: Grade E – SCP 10-14 (£26,835 - £28,624 FTE, pro-rata based on hours and weeks worked) ⏳ Closing Date: 20th May 2025 Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and committed to making a lasting difference in their lives? This could be the perfect opportunity for you! About the Role: A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Derby is seeking a committed and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team. Working under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO, you’ll play a vital role in supporting individual pupils and groups with specific learning needs, ensuring they can access the curriculum and achieve their full potential. About You: We’re looking for someone who: Has experience supporting children with a range of SEND needs. Understands barriers to learning and can implement strategies to overcome them. Can build strong, supportive relationships with pupils, staff, and families. Holds an NVQ Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in Supporting Teaching and Learning. Possesses excellent communication, literacy, and numeracy skills. You’ll be someone who is motivated, patient, and passionate about helping children thrive in a safe, inclusive environment. Why Choose This Role? This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a values-driven academy trust committed to delivering educational excellence. Staff benefit from: High-quality CPD and training. Opportunities for career progression across a large and growing trust. A collaborative and supportive working culture. The chance to make a genuine impact on the lives of children with SEND. To apply or find out more, please contact: All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.