SEN Teaching Assistant

Mana Education; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 12,398 - 17,908; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Weekly pay

Wide range of SEND settings

Job summary

Mana Education is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to support children and young people with additional needs across Derby and surrounding areas. We offer day-to-day supply, long-term placements, and permanent SEN roles, with flexible hours to fit your commitments.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups, helping with communication, emotional regulation and independence while safeguarding and inclusion are at the core of our approach. DBS checks and references are required for assignments.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people in UK schools is preferred.
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach with good communication and teamwork.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day supply cover, short-term assignments, long-term support roles, maternity cover, temp-to-perm opportunities and permanent SEN Teaching Assistant positions.
• Work 1:1 with pupils or in small intervention groups to support classroom learning.
• Assist pupils with communication, emotional regulation and independence.
• Support pupils with ASC, SEMH, SLD, PMLD and other complex needs as required.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to implement individualised learning plans and safeguarding practices.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Adaptability

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

SEN Teaching Assistants Required – Derby and surrounding areas. Mana Education are urgently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants for opportunities across specialist schools and SEND provisions in Derby and the surrounding areas. We are looking for caring, patient and dedicated individuals to support children and young people with a wide range of additional needs across primary and secondary age groups. We welcome candidates for flexible day-to-day supply work, long-term placements or permanent SEN support positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day supply cover, short-term assignments, long-term support roles, maternity cover, temp-to-perm opportunities and permanent SEN Teaching Assistant positions.
• Work 1:1 with pupils or in small intervention groups to support classroom learning.
• Assist pupils with communication, emotional regulation and independence.
• Support pupils with various needs including ASC, SEMH, SLD, PMLD, and other complex needs as required.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to implement individualised learning plans and safeguarding practices.

The Ideal Candidate

• Relevant experience supporting children or young people or relevant experience in UK schools.
• A calm, patient and adaptable approach with strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Passion for supporting children with additional needs; ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.
• Teaching Assistant qualifications are beneficial but not essential for all positions.

Why Work with Mana Education

• Excellent rates of pay and flexible work to fit around your lifestyle.
• Opportunities across a wide range of SEND settings with weekly pay.
• Support from friendly and experienced education consultants.
• Potential for permanent employment and long-term placements.
• Established education recruitment specialist with safeguarding and compliance commitments.

Safeguarding and Compliance

All assignments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, right to work checks and safeguarding compliance in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

How to Apply

Apply now for a confidential discussion. Send your CV for immediate consideration.