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SEN Teaching Assistant
- Posted: 20-11-2025
- Category: SEN
- Location: Derbyshire
- Type: Full-time / Contract
- Salary: £90 - £100 per day
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional learning needs?
Join a warm, welcoming, and well-resourced SEN school where every day is different and highly rewarding.
We are looking for a caring, proactive and patient SEN Teaching Assistant to join this specialist school on a full-time, long-term basis.
About the Role
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key part in supporting pupils across the school day, both within the classroom and through 1:1 support. Students have a range of needs including ASC, ADHD, SEMH and PMLD, and some pupils require personal care.
You will work closely with experienced teachers and a supportive staff team to help create a positive, inclusive learning environment for children from EYFS up to KS5.
Key Responsibilities
- Support students with SEN throughout their school day
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support
- Assist pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH and PMLD needs
- Collaborate with teachers and support staff to deliver tailored learning
- Support students with mobility difficulties and personal care needs
- Help maintain a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environment
Requirements
- Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or degree-level education
- Experience working in education or childcare
- Previous SEN/ASC experience (desirable but not essential)
- Calm, compassionate and proactive approach
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
Why Work with Smile Northwest?
- Valuable and rewarding classroom experience
- Flexible working options to suit your availability
- Competitive and transparent pay rates
- Support from a dedicated and professional consultant
- CPD opportunities to help you grow and develop
- Access to long-term, permanent and flexible placements
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