SEN Teaching Assistant

Mana Education; Derby; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE payments

Umbrella payment option

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

Mana Education is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants for Derby and surrounding areas. Roles span from day-to-day supply to long-term placements across primary, secondary and Post-16 settings.

We welcome applicants with SEN experience or related backgrounds; teaching assistant qualifications are helpful but not always required depending on the school and role.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN/SEND settings is preferred.
• Ability to support pupils individually or in small groups.
• Safeguarding awareness and willingness to undertake relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils under the teacher's direction and adapt resources as needed.
• Build positive relationships and encourage participation in learning.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour approaches.
• Develop pupils' independence and social skills and record observations.
• Work with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to support targets.
• Share observations to support EHCP outcomes.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

Clear communication

Education

Teaching assistant qualification welcome

Tools

Makaton

PECS

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Derby and Surrounding Areas

SEN/SEND | SEMH | Primary, Secondary and Post-16

Pay: Depending on the role, experience and school

Location: Derby, Mickleover, Littleover, Allestree, Chaddesden, Spondon, Borrowash, Belper and nearby areas

Contracts: Day-to-day supply, short-term, long-term and permanent

Hours: Full-time and part-time

Join an agency with GCA agreements in place with over 600 schools across the region-and growing.

Do you enjoy helping children and young people build confidence, develop independence and succeed in education? Mana Education is looking for SEN Teaching Assistants for opportunities in Derby and surrounding areas.

Whether you want flexible supply days, a regular support role or your next permanent position, we'd like to hear from you.

We welcome experienced SEN Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants and applicants with relevant experience in education, care, youth work or disability support. A teaching assistant qualification is welcome, but relevant experience may also be suitable, depending on the school and role.

SEN/SEND support - all specialisms

• Autism/ASC and ADHD
• Social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH)
• Moderate and severe learning difficulties (MLD/SLD)
• Profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)
• Speech, language and communication needs (SLCN)
• Specific learning difficulties, including dyslexia and dyspraxia
• Sensory impairments, physical disabilities and complex needs

You don't need experience across every specialism. Tell us about the pupils you've supported and the settings where you feel most confident.

The role

Opportunities may span Early Years, primary, secondary and post-16, supporting pupils individually, in small groups or within a classroom.

Depending on the placement, you may:

• Help pupils access learning under the teacher's direction
• Adapt resources and support communication
• Build positive relationships and encourage participation
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Develop pupils' independence and social skills
• Work with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals
• Share observations to support individual targets and EHCP outcomes

Some roles may include personal care or mobility support. We'll explain any requirements and relevant training before you accept a placement.

What we're looking for

Patience, reliability, clear communication and a commitment to safeguarding are essential. Experience with visual supports, Makaton, PECS or positive behaviour approaches is welcome where relevant, but isn't required for every role.

Choose work that suits you

• Day-to-day supply: Agree your availability and preferred travel area.
• Short-term cover: Support pupils during staff absence.
• Long-term roles: Build consistent relationships with pupils and staff.
• Permanent positions: Find your next school role, with salary and terms discussed for each vacancy.

Why choose Mana Education?

• School relationships: GCA RM6376 agreements with over 600 schools across our region.
• Clear pay: Rates and responsibilities explained before you accept a booking.
• Payment choice: Weekly PAYE or umbrella payment for supply work.
• Personal support: A dedicated consultant who understands your preferences.
• Experience: Supporting schools and education staff since 2009.
• Confidentiality: We won't submit your CV to a school or discuss your details with them without your consent.

Our coverage spans Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, Rutland, Leicestershire, Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.

Know someone looking?

We also recruit teachers, LSAs, HLTAs, Cover Supervisors and other school support staff. Our referral programme rewards successful referrals-ask about current rewards and qualifying terms.

Safeguarding and equal opportunities

Mana Education is REC Education Audited and a GCA RM6376 approved supplier. Appointments are subject to suitability and safer recruitment checks, including enhanced DBS, references and overseas checks where applicable. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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