Teaching Assistant SEND

SEND Teaching Assistant - Primary SEN Unit

Location: Ripley, Derbyshire

Pay: £16.90 per hour (inclusive of 14.3% statutory holiday pay)

Contract: Temporary with a view to permanent for the right candidate

Start: 1st June 2026

About the role

We are working with a welcoming primary school in the Ripley area to recruit a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their specialist SEN unit. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced or qualified TA to make a real difference supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, in a nurturing and well-resourced environment. The position begins on a temporary basis and offers a genuine route to a permanent contract for the right person.

Key responsibilities:

- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND, including those with ASD, SEMH, speech & language needs and moderate learning difficulties

- Deliver tailored interventions under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO

- Support pupils with personal care, regulation strategies and access to the wider curriculum

- Use a range of communication approaches (e.g. visuals, Makaton, PECS) where appropriate

- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, parents and staff

- Contribute to a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment

Who we're looking for:

- A relevant qualification (Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, HLTA, CACHE, or equivalent) is ideal

- Candidates with strong, demonstrable SEND experience without a formal qualification will also be considered

- Previous experience supporting children with additional needs in a school, nursery or care setting

- Patience, resilience and a genuinely child-centred approach

- A solid understanding of safeguarding and a commitment to keeping children safe

- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

What's on offer:

- Competitive rate of £16.90 per hour

- Temp-to-perm opportunity with a supportive school

- Friendly, collaborative SEN team

- Ongoing CPD and the chance to develop your specialist SEND practice

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, and Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.

- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained

- You must have the legal right to work in the UK

- You must be willing to attend a registration interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Educational Needs and college level, as well as support staff positions within these.

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