SEN Teaching Assistant

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized educational institution in Derby is looking for dynamic Teaching Assistants to support children with diverse Special Educational Needs. The role involves engaging in various activities to improve educational outcomes and requires experience and understanding of SEND. Candidates will join a supportive team and contribute to a creative learning environment. Visits to the site are welcomed before application.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

On-site therapies

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
• Ability to engage in curriculum activities.
• Commitment to improving children's outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Support learning for up to 5 children under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Participate in whole-school activities.
• Assist in daily routines including therapy sessions.

Skills

Supporting children with SEND

Understanding Special Educational Needs

Flexibility

Resilience

Integrity

Job description

MAPLE VIEW SCHOOL – NEW VACANCIES

TEACHING ASSISTANTS

SALARY FROM £21,429.41 (39 weeks, term time only)

Maple View School, opened in June 2020, is a small school with a capacity for 18 children, including 7 residential placements, aged 6-16 with diverse needs such as Autistic Spectrum Conditions, Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties and Disabilities, Speech, Language and Communication Difficulties, behavioural challenges, and Prader Willi Syndrome.

The children follow individualized curriculum pathways, either semi-formal or subject-specific, aligned with EHCP Outcomes and post-school preparation. Daily routines include classroom-based literacy, numeracy, and PSHE activities, with afternoon access to horticulture, small animal care, cooking, Outdoor School, and community activities. Individual and group therapy sessions are integrated throughout the day.

The school emphasizes creativity and well-being, starting with a whole-school music session and ending with yoga. A half-termly shared book guides cross-curricular planning in music, art, literacy, science, and humanities. As a 'Kindness School', acts of kindness are regularly encouraged and celebrated.

We seek dynamic Teaching Assistants experienced in supporting children with SEND. Candidates should understand various Special Educational Needs, enjoy playing and supporting curriculum activities, and demonstrate flexibility, resilience, integrity, and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children with SEND.

We offer a welcoming, supportive team environment, including on-site therapies and professional development opportunities. The role involves supporting learning for up to 5 children under the guidance of the class teacher, as well as participating in whole-school activities.

If you are interested and meet the requirements, we would love to hear from you. The vacancy is open to both internal and external candidates. Visits to the site are welcome.

For more information and to apply online, please visit www.senadgroup.com/careers.

The SENAD Group is committed to equality of opportunity and safeguarding. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and thorough background checks, including online screening.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 18th August 2025.

Address: Maple View School, 305A Prince Charles Avenue, Mackworth, Derby DE22 4LL