At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide 1:1 support to children with additional needs and help them thrive.
- Company: Classroom Recruiters, trusted partner of supportive schools in Matlock and Belper.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, supportive environment, and potential for permanent contracts.
- Other info: Flexible part-time and full-time roles available with strong support from teachers.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a child's life and witness their progress firsthand.
- Qualifications: Experience working with children; SEND experience is a plus.
If you’ve ever wanted to make a real difference to one child’s life, this is your chance. Passionate SEND Teaching Assistants Needed. Contracts Available – September Start.
Classroom Recruiters is the preferred supplier of small, supportive schools across the Matlock and Belper area. These schools trust us to find the very best staff to support their new cohort of pupils starting this September.
The Role
This isn’t a “sit at the back and laminate” job. It’s a fully 1:1 role, giving you the time and headspace to truly support one child – understanding how they think, how they learn, and what helps them thrive. You’ll play a direct role in a child’s development, seeing real progress over time.
About the Schools we work with:
- Autism
- Speech and language needs
- Social, emotional, and mental health needs
Many pupils are high-functioning and need adults who can genuinely connect, stay calm under pressure, and provide consistent support. You’ll be working alongside experienced teachers and supportive leadership teams who prioritise both pupil progress and staff wellbeing.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Providing tailored 1:1 support
- Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour
- Building strong, trusting relationships
- Encouraging independence and confidence
- Working closely with teachers and SEND teams
- Supporting personalised learning plans
The Opportunity
We have both part-time and full-time roles available across a range of age groups. You will initially work through Classroom Recruiters for the first 10 weeks as a probation period. If you meet the expected standards during this time, you will move onto a permanent contract with the school.
Who We’re Looking For
- SEND experience
- Mainstream school experience
- Support workers
- Youth workers
- Residential care staff
- Sports coaches or swim teachers
The key ingredient is simple: a genuine passion to make a difference in the lives of children.
Requirements
- Previous experience working with children (essential)
- Experience with additional needs (highly desirable)
- Relevant qualifications (desirable but not essential)
- A calm, patient, and resilient approach
The Details
- Small supportive schools
- Lots of support
- Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 16:00
- £106.10 per day (inclusive of holiday pay)
- Schools across Matlock & Belper
- Pupils aged 4–19
How to Apply
If you can see yourself making a real difference in a 1:1 role, we want to hear from you. Apply today with your CV. If you meet our shortlisting criteria, Classroom Recruiters will fast-track your application and arrange a final interview directly with one of our partner schools.
SEND Teaching Assistant - Make a real difference in Belper employer: Classroom Recruiters
Join a compassionate team dedicated to transforming the lives of children in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire through personalised, relationship-focused tutoring. We offer flexible working hours, a supportive work culture that values creativity and empathy, and opportunities for professional growth as you make a real impact in your community. With immediate starts available and a focus on building trust and emotional resilience, this role is perfect for those who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
