SEN Teaching Assistant

Mana Education; Morley; On-site; GBP 1,292,000 - 1,845,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible day-to-day supply work

Job summary

Mana Education is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants for roles across Derby and surrounding areas. You will provide dedicated support to children with SEN in both primary and secondary settings, engaging in 1:1 work, small groups and classroom assistance.

Ideal candidates are calm, patient, adaptable and possess strong communication and teamwork skills. Experience in UK schools is valued; teaching assistant qualifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children or young people, or relevant UK school experience.
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.
• Teaching Assistant qualifications are beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 support for pupils.
• Support small intervention groups.
• Assist with classroom learning and activities.
• Help pupils with communication, emotional regulation and independence.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Patience

Adaptable

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Experience in UK schools

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistants Required - Derby & Surrounding Areas

Specialist SEND Schools | Supply & Permanent Opportunities Available

Excellent Rates of Pay

Day-to-Day | Short-Term | Long-Term | Part-Time | Full-Time | Maternity Cover | Temp-to-Perm | Permanent

Derby, Littleover, Mickleover, Chaddesden, Alvaston, Borrowash, Belper, Long Eaton & Surrounding Areas

Mana Education are urgently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants for a growing number of 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 both primary and secondary age groups.

Whether you are looking for flexible day-to-day supply work, long-term placements or permanent SEN support positions, we would love to hear from you.

SEN Teaching Assistant Roles Include:

• SEN Teaching Assistant
• SEND Teaching Assistant
• SEMH Teaching Assistant
• Autism Support Assistant
• ASC Teaching Assistant
• PMLD Support Assistant
• SLD Teaching Assistant
• Behaviour Support Assistant
• Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• Classroom Support Assistant
• 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
• Primary SEN TA
• Secondary SEN TA

We Welcome Experience In:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• SEMH
• Speech & Language Needs
• Challenging Behaviour
• Trauma-Informed Practice
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
• Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Complex Medical Needs
• ADHD & Emotional Regulation

The Role

Assignments are available across a variety of specialist schools and provisions including:

• Day-to-day supply cover
• Short-term assignments
• Long-term support roles
• Maternity cover
• Temp-to-perm opportunities
• Permanent SEN Teaching Assistant positions

You may work:

• 1:1 with pupils
• In small intervention groups
• Supporting classroom learning
• Assisting pupils with communication, emotional regulation and independence

Every day offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Relevant experience supporting children or young people OR relevant experience in UK schools
• A calm, patient and adaptable approach
• 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
• Flexible work to fit around your lifestyle
• Opportunities across a wide range of SEND settings
• Friendly and experienced education consultants
• Weekly pay
• Opportunities for permanent employment
• Long-established education recruitment specialists

Safeguarding & Compliance

Mana Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. 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.