SEN Teaching Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 17 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £22,996 i £25,068 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 13 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Derby |
| Cwmni: | senploy |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 206984 |
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SEN Teaching Assistant - Aurora Ryefields School
Location: Derby (DE1 3HF)
Hours: 40 hours per week | Term Time Only (44.67 paid weeks)
Salary: £22,996 - £25,068 actual annual salary (depending on experience and qualifications)
Hourly Rate: £12.87 - £14.03 per hour
We are currently working in partnership with Aurora Ryefields School to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their specialist team.
Aurora Ryefields is a welcoming and supportive provision for children and young people aged 5-19 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school provides a structured, nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially, and emotionally, enabling them to reach their full potential.
Aurora Ryefields offers a broad and balanced curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, including:
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Core academic subjects
Core academic subjects
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Creative and vocational learning opportunities
Creative and vocational learning opportunities
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Social and emotional development programmes
Social and emotional development programmes
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Life skills and independence training
Life skills and independence training
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Physical education and outdoor learning
Physical education and outdoor learning
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting students both in their learning and overall wellbeing. Working closely with teaching staff and the wider support team, you will help create a positive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive.
Key responsibilities include:
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Supporting students during lessons and learning activities
Supporting students during lessons and learning activities
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Assisting with the implementation of individual learning and behaviour strategies
Assisting with the implementation of individual learning and behaviour strategies
-
Encouraging positive communication and social interaction
Encouraging positive communication and social interaction
-
Providing pastoral and emotional support to students
Providing pastoral and emotional support to students
-
Supporting with personal care needs where required
Supporting with personal care needs where required
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Working collaboratively with teachers and the wider multidisciplinary team
Working collaboratively with teachers and the wider multidisciplinary team
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Experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs, particularly Autism or SEMH
Experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs, particularly Autism or SEMH
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A patient, resilient, and compassionate approach
A patient, resilient, and compassionate approach
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Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
-
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
All pay rates quoted are inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This position is advertised as a temporary role, although there may be the opportunity for a permanent position in the future.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We carry out safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the Department for Education's statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education. This may include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We also provide all registered candidates with free Child Protection and Prevent Duty training. All candidates must hold, or be willing to obtain, a valid Enhanced DBS check, and full assistance will be provided.
Location: Derby (DE1 3HF)
Hours: 40 hours per week | Term Time Only (44.67 paid weeks)
Salary: £22,996 - £25,068 actual annual salary (depending on experience and qualifications)
Hourly Rate: £12.87 - £14.03 per hour
We are currently working in partnership with Aurora Ryefields School to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their specialist team.
Aurora Ryefields is a welcoming and supportive provision for children and young people aged 5-19 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school provides a structured, nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially, and emotionally, enabling them to reach their full potential.
Aurora Ryefields offers a broad and balanced curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, including:
-
Core academic subjects
Core academic subjects
-
Creative and vocational learning opportunities
Creative and vocational learning opportunities
-
Social and emotional development programmes
Social and emotional development programmes
-
Life skills and independence training
Life skills and independence training
-
Physical education and outdoor learning
Physical education and outdoor learning
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting students both in their learning and overall wellbeing. Working closely with teaching staff and the wider support team, you will help create a positive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive.
Key responsibilities include:
-
Supporting students during lessons and learning activities
Supporting students during lessons and learning activities
-
Assisting with the implementation of individual learning and behaviour strategies
Assisting with the implementation of individual learning and behaviour strategies
-
Encouraging positive communication and social interaction
Encouraging positive communication and social interaction
-
Providing pastoral and emotional support to students
Providing pastoral and emotional support to students
-
Supporting with personal care needs where required
Supporting with personal care needs where required
-
Working collaboratively with teachers and the wider multidisciplinary team
Working collaboratively with teachers and the wider multidisciplinary team
-
Experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs, particularly Autism or SEMH
Experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs, particularly Autism or SEMH
-
A patient, resilient, and compassionate approach
A patient, resilient, and compassionate approach
-
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
-
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
All pay rates quoted are inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This position is advertised as a temporary role, although there may be the opportunity for a permanent position in the future.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We carry out safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the Department for Education's statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education. This may include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We also provide all registered candidates with free Child Protection and Prevent Duty training. All candidates must hold, or be willing to obtain, a valid Enhanced DBS check, and full assistance will be provided.