Details:
- Salary: £89.38 - 95 - Day
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Derby
- Date: 6 days ago
Description:
SEN Teaching Assistant (Enhanced Resource Unit) – Special Educational Neess school in DE3
Contract: Full-time, Term-time only
Location: DE3, Derby
Start Date: ASAP (or specify date)
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a warm and inclusive SEN School in DE3, working within their Enhanced Resource Unit (ERU). This specialist provision supports children with an approved EHCP who require additional, individualised support to thrive in their learning and development.
About the Role
As an SEN TA in the Enhanced Resource Unit, you will:
Provide tailored support to children with a range of SEND needs
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver individual learning plans
Support pupils with communication, social, emotional, and behavioural needs
Help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment
Promote independence, confidence, and positive learning attitudes
Assist with interventions, small-group activities, and one-to-one support
Contribute to progress assessments and daily reports where required
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have:
Experience supporting children with SEND (including autism, communication needs, learning difficulties, or SEMH)
A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare, or similar (desirable)
Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
An understanding of EHCPs and personalised support strategies
A passion for helping children achieve their full potential
Enhanced, Child Only DBS on the update service
A willingness to be part of a collaborative and caring team
What We Offer
A supportive, inclusive school community
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Opportunities to make a real difference in children’s lives
Competitive pay depending on experience
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.
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