SEN Support Assistant - Derbyshire & Surrounding Areas
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Reference: SEN Support
Location: Derbyshire and surrounding areas
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Supply
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (£100-£120 per day)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Permanent / Fixed-Term / Day-to-Day Supply
About Empowering Learning
Empowering Learning is an education recruitment agency dedicated to connecting talented, passionate education professionals with rewarding opportunities across Derbyshire and the surrounding areas. We work closely with a wide network of schools, from mainstream primary and secondary settings to specialist SEN provisions, to match candidates with roles that suit their skills, experience, and career goals. Our consultants offer honest, personalised support throughout the entire process - from application to placement and beyond.
The Role
We are working on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive school in Derbyshire and the surrounding areas to find a dedicated, patient SEN Support Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs to thrive both academically and personally.
You'll join a supportive staff team within a school that values collaborative working, ongoing training, and a nurturing environment for both pupils and staff. xgikmsk The role would suit someone who is calm, resilient, and committed to helping every pupil reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
Pupil Support
Provide tailored one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with a range of special educational needs, including autism, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities
Support pupils to access the curriculum, adapting activities and resources as needed
Implement strategies set out in EHCPs, IEPs, and individual support plans
Encourage independence, confidence, and positive engagement in learningBehaviour & Wellbeing
Support pupils with emotional regulation, sensory needs, and behaviour management using de-escalation and positive behaviour strategies
Promote a calm, safe, and consistent environment for pupils to learn and develop
Build trusting, positive relationships with pupils to support their wellbeingAssessment & Progress
Monitor and record pupil progress, communicating updates to teachers and the SENCO
Assist with reviewing and contributing to individual sup...
SEN Support Staff in Matlock employer: Empowering Learning
Empowering Learning is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing and supportive environment for Nursery Teaching Assistants in Newcastle. With a strong focus on professional development and flexible working options, we prioritise the growth of our staff while ensuring they can make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values collaboration and fosters a love for learning in early years education.
