Level 3 Teaching Assistant (SEN)

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Career progression

Staff wellbeing

Job summary

Djanogly Strelley Academy, part of the Tapestry Learning Partnership, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 3 to support pupils with learning and wellbeing throughout the school day. The role involves working with individuals and groups, assisting with routines, and helping pupils access learning safely and with dignity.

You will work closely with teaching and SEN staff to promote inclusion and safeguarding, contributing to high-quality teaching and a nurturing school environment.

Qualifications

• Supports pupils’ learning and wellbeing throughout the school day.
• Works with individuals or small groups to reinforce lesson content and behaviour.
• Assists with classroom routines, prepares resources and monitors pupils’ wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional needs, promoting independence and inclusion.
• Provide personal care where required and support learning access with dignity.
• Work with teaching and SEN staff to safeguard pupils and support their emotional development.

Job description

Closing date: 20 September 2026

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.

Join us on an exciting journey of transformation and excellence.

At Tapestry Learning Partnership, we believe in the power of education to change lives. Formed in January 2026 through the merger of two strong trusts, QEGSMAT and Djanogly Learning Trust, we are building a future where every child succeeds and flourishes. Now, we are looking for a passionate and committed Teaching Assistant Level 3 to play a vital role in supporting this vision at Djanogly Strelley Academy.

About The Role

A Teaching Assistant Level 3 supports pupils’ learning while also helping to look after their wellbeing throughout the school day. They work with individuals or small groups to reinforce lesson content, encourage positive behaviour, and keep children engaged, while also helping them feel safe, settled, and cared for. They assist with classroom routines, prepare resources, and notice how pupils are coping both academically and emotionally so the teacher can plan next steps.

Who We’re Looking For

Djanogly Strelley Academy is seeking a caring and committed Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs. The role includes providing personal care, supporting physical and emotional wellbeing, and helping pupils access learning safely and with dignity. Working closely with teaching and SEN staff, the Level 3 Teaching Assistant will play a key role in promoting independence, inclusion and safeguarding within a supportive school environment.

About Djanogly Strelley Academy

Djanogly Strelley Academy is a warm, community-focused primary school committed to providing an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to thrive. With a strong emphasis on high-quality teaching, positive relationships, and enriching learning experiences, the academy works closely with families to support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development.

Why Join Tapestry?

• A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing

This is your chance to be part of something special. Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact.

Tapestry Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK.

Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be found at: Tapestry Learning Partnership

Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their pre-employment checks.

Further details about our school can be found on our website: Home - Djanogly Strelley Academy

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).