Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant – SEND (Nursery)

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs; Tansley CP; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Tansley Primary School in the heart of Derbyshire seeks a Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant to support children with SEND in Nursery. The role works Monday to Thursday with morning and afternoon sessions, assisting the class teacher to implement EHCP targets and develop learning activities.

Applicants should have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Education/Childcare, enjoy working with children aged 3 to 11, and be capable of both independent and team-based work.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Education/Childcare related subjects.
• Experience supporting children aged 3–11, preferably with SEND.
• Ability to work in partnership with the Class Teacher to deliver targets.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of EHCP targets in Nursery.
• Assist with learning activities and classroom routines.
• Support children individually or in small groups.
• Monitor progress and communicate with teachers.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Education/Childcare

Job description

Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant – SEND (Nursery)

Company:

The Governors wish to appoint highly motivated, skilled and enthusiastic Teaching and Learning Assistant to work in our Nursery with children with SEND. The role will be based at Tansley Primary School.

The hours of work will be Monday to Thursday 8.45-11.45am and 12.30-3.30pm

The ability to work in close partnership with the Class Teacher in helping to deliver the EHCP targets and meet the needs of the child is essential.

We require someone who enjoys working with children, has a positive outlook, good communication and organisational skills and the ability to work on their own and as part of a team.

The qualification required is NVQL3 or equivalent in Education/Childcare related subjects and should be related to working with children between the ages of 3 to 11 years.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and would expect anyone joining our school to share the same ethos.

Provisional Interview Date: 26 November 2026