Teaching Assistant in Derby
£90 to £120 per day, depending on experience | Term time only
A welcoming school in Derby is looking for a teaching assistant to join its supportive team. This role is recruited through Empowering Learning.
The school
This is a happy, well-run school where children are known and cared for as individuals. Classrooms are calm and positive, and staff work closely together. Teaching assistants are trusted and valued, and they play a real part in pupils' progress and confidence. It's a school where good people stay, and where you'll be supported from your first day.
The role
- Support pupils in class, working with individuals, small groups and whole classes
- Help pupils stay engaged, confident and ready to learn
- Support children with additional needs, including SEN, alongside the class teacher
- Help prepare resources and keep the classroom organised and positive
- Encourage good behaviour in line with school policy
About you
- A recognised teaching assistant qualification (Level 2 or 3), or proven experience as a TA in a UK school
- A calm, patient and reliable approach
- A genuine commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
- A good team player who takes direction well
- Right to work in the UK
- An up-to-date enhanced DBS on the Update Service is ideal, but not essential
Why apply through Empowering Learning?
- Competitive daily pay of £90 to £120, depending on experience
- Term time only, so you have the school holidays to yourself
- A friendly, responsive consultant and a smooth compliance process, so you can start quickly
Teaching Assistant in Derby employer: Empowering Learning Ltd
Empowering Learning is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work as a KS3 Teacher in a specialist SEN school in the picturesque town of Dorking. With a strong focus on employee support and development, our close-knit team fosters a nurturing environment where every contribution is valued, allowing teachers to make a real difference in the lives of students with complex needs. Enjoy small class sizes, beautiful surroundings, and excellent transport links, all while engaging in some of the most meaningful teaching of your career.
