Complex SEND Teaching Assistant in our Enhanced Resource Section (ERS) at The Pingle Academy in Swadlincote

Location: Coronation Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 0QA

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Full-Time

Salary: £28,142.00 - £30,024.00 Annually (FTE) Pro‑rata for the hours advertised (£21,356.76 - £22,785.00)

Closing Date: 9:00am, Mon 13th Apr, 2026

Start Date: asap

Positions Available: 1

Interview Date(s): To be advised

Join The Pingle Academy

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of students with complex needs? Do you want to work in a school that values every child and champions inclusive learning? The Pingle Academy is seeking a dedicated and experienced Complex SEND Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your specialist knowledge to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Working under the direction of teaching staff and the SENDCO, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with SEND, including those with EHCPs or GRIPs, to access the curriculum and thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. You will provide tailored support both in the classroom and in one‑to‑one or small group settings, assisting with literacy, numeracy, and SEND strategies, as well as helping pupils develop independence, confidence, and resilience.

Responsibilities:

• Build effective, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and learning.
• Support assessment and monitoring of SEND pupils, providing feedback to the SENDCO to inform individual education and behaviour plans.
• Assist with classroom activities, adapting learning to meet individual needs, and ensuring pupils can access lessons successfully.
• Provide pastoral care, mentoring, and support for students experiencing difficulties, helping them manage social, emotional, and behavioural challenges.
• Accompany pupils on trips, visits, and extra‑curricular activities, promoting inclusion and engagement.
• Liaise with parents, carers, and external professionals to ensure consistent support and progress.

At The Pingle Academy, we are committed to creating a nurturing, inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive. You will be joining a school that values collaboration, high expectations, and the development of all students, providing you with opportunities to grow professionally through training, mentoring, and involvement in SEND initiatives. This is more than a role – it’s a chance to have a meaningful impact on the lives of young people, helping them overcome challenges, unlock potential, and achieve success.

32.5 hours per week, 39 working weeks per year.

Our Vision and Values – Affinity Learning Partnership:

Affinity Learning Partnership is a Multi Academy Trust comprising three Secondary Academies and four Primary Academies, currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire. We pride ourselves on being ‘a great place to work’, where everyone belongs, progresses and thrives.

• Belongs: We advocate and nurture inclusivity, connectedness and wellbeing by creating opportunities for all and forging a sense of community.
• Progress: Exceptional CPD and career pathways ensure all staff can excel in their roles.
• Thrives: We empower staff, pupils and our wider communities to be agents of change both now and in the future.

Continuing Professional Development:

The Trust believes that professional development is key to successful employees and offers excellent opportunities for you to grow and achieve. We provide tailored Continuing Professional Development, mentoring, support and a range of development opportunities across the Trust.

Benefits Package:

• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• BHSF Healthcare Scheme
• Eye Care Voucher Scheme
• Flu Vaccination Vouchers

Additional Information:

Please note that we do not hold a sponsorship licence and, therefore, are unable to employ individuals residing outside of the UK or candidates living within the UK who require continued sponsorship to work in the UK. Please note: Completed applications should be received by 09:00am of the closing date. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Please ensure to regularly check your junk/spam folder for any correspondence in relation to the progress of your application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, it is not policy to give individual feedback at this stage.

We welcome a broad range of perspectives with a commitment to equality of opportunity by recruiting a diverse workforce, and creating an inclusive environment and a culture of belonging for everyone in Affinity Learning Partnership. Therefore, we encourage applications from underrepresented communities irrespective of age, disability, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership status, or neurodivergent status. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible through the recruitment process should this be required.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.