SEN Teaching Assistant

Stmartinsschoolderby; Derby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

St Martins School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The role involves fostering a positive learning environment and contributing to the wider school community. Candidates should have experience with SEND and be passionate about empowering students. Competitive holiday entitlement and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement starting at 37 days.

Electric Car Scheme.

Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan.

DiscountForTeachers Scheme.

Free Eye Tests.

Cycle to work scheme.

Access to professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEND is essential.
• Ability to communicate according to individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Support learning in the classroom for students with SEND.
• Contribute to other areas of school life.

Skills

Support students with SEND

Adapt communication

Commitment to shaping futures

Job description

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who shares our values and has the dedication and skills to support learning in the classroom as well as contribute to other areas of school life for our young people with SEND. If you are passionate about supporting and empowering students with SEND, we would love to hear from you!

St Martins School and Horizons 6th Form is an 11-19 Special School in Derby, with a diverse student profile of children and young people with various learning difficulties and complex needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and other Learning Disabilities.

St Martins shares a site with Noel-Baker Academy in Alvaston, while Horizons 6th Form is based in Derby city centre. Our Supported Internship programme for Year 14 students is at the Royal Derby Hospital. We received our fourth consecutive 'Outstanding' OFSTED in October 2024 and continue to aspire to high standards for our students and staff.

Our aim is to Shape Successful Futures for our students, whether in the classroom or playground, believing every moment in school is a valuable opportunity for development. We support staff development and offer opportunities for progression.

• Have experience supporting students with SEND
• Be able to adapt communication to meet individual needs
• Be committed to Shaping Successful Futures for all students

The working hours are: Monday and Thursday – 8:15am-4:00pm, Tuesday and Wednesday – 8:15am-4:45pm, Friday – 8:15am-2:45pm.

We encourage visits to the school prior to application. To arrange a visit or for questions, contact Victoria Theobald (contact details in attachment). We look forward to meeting you.

Shaw Education Trust comprises diverse schools including Primary, Secondary, and Special Schools, working together to improve young people's lives. Sponsored by Shaw Trust, a charity focused on transforming lives, our academies provide education to children of all abilities. Staff are dedicated to ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of background.

Our Special schools serve children and young people with a wide range of SEND, from profound medical needs to social emotional and mental health support, providing individualised education in small classes with enhanced support to meet their needs. Supporting a child or young person to reach their goals is highly rewarding, and you can make a real difference.

Our schools from Birmingham to Bury support students from all backgrounds, ensuring access to high-quality, equitable education.

Employee benefits include:

• Support staff: full-time, year-round work, with generous holiday entitlement starting at 37 days, increasing to 39 days after 5 years, including Bank Holidays
• Electric Car Scheme
• Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan
• DiscountForTeachers Scheme
• Free Eye Tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to the Institute of Education and professional development opportunities

We are committed to rewarding employment experiences and offer a range of professional courses, including NPQ qualifications and access to the NPQEL for leaders. Support includes guidance from experienced inspectors, opportunities to work across schools, online courses, and placement projects.

Working hours: 37 hours/week, 38 weeks + 5 INSET days (total 39 weeks).

St Martins School is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff to share this commitment. The position is subject to vetting procedures, including DBS checks and online searches, with early appointment consideration as applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. We are an Equal Opportunities employer, and CVs alone will not be accepted. Successful candidates will undergo enhanced DBS checks and other employment checks.