Supply SEN Teaching Assistant – Derby

Connex Education; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Connex Education is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants in Derby for flexible, supply-based roles. Ideal candidates will support children with special educational needs, demonstrating compassion and empathy, and holding necessary qualifications. Flexible working options and continuous professional development opportunities are available.

Benefits

PAYE – paid weekly

Flexible working options

Free access to Classroom Support Toolkit

Progression routes and funded formal qualifications

Support from dedicated consultant and skills development manager

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN, care, or support settings is desirable.
• Confidence with potential personal care responsibilities is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide flexible, supply-based support throughout the summer term.
• Support pupils with additional needs including ASD, ADHD, and speech difficulties.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Patience

Education

GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistants

Derby
£425 – £475 per week depending on qualifications and experience

To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK

About the role
Connex Education are working closely with a number ofspecialist and mainstream schoolsin Derby City, and we are currently recruitingSEN Teaching Assistantsto provideflexible, supply-based supportthroughout the summer term.

These roles are ideal for individuals with a genuine passion for supporting children with special educational needs. Whether you’re available on afull-time or part-timebasis, we want to hear from you.

You may be supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or SEMH needs. Experience in care or a background in supporting vulnerable individuals is highly desirable, and some roles may involvepersonal care responsibilities, so confidence and empathy are essential.

Assignment details
These SEN supply roles are available immediately and will run throughout the summer term. Long-term placements may be available for the right candidates.

Benefits of working with Connex Education
• PAYE – paid weekly
• Flexible working options
• Free access to ourClassroom Support Toolkit– 70+ CPD-accredited training courses
• Progression routes and funded formal qualifications
• Support from a dedicated consultant and skills development manager

Person Specification
• A compassionate and patient approach to working with children
•GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above
• Experience in SEN, care, or support settings
• Comfortable with potential personal care responsibilities (when required)
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

All offers are subject to satisfactory background checks, including an enhanced DBS. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity. All applicants are considered on the basis of merit alone.