Derbyshire County Council
SEN Teaching Assistant
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SEN Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant (SEND) – Holme Hall Primary School
About the Role
Closing date: 10 July 2026
📌 IMPORTANT: PLEASE DO NOT APPLY VIA THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE. Apply here: My New Term
Holme Hall Primary School is a warm, friendly, and high-expectation environment where children thrive. We offer a broad, inclusive curriculum that nurtures the whole child, and our team of dedicated and passionate staff creates a balance of commitment, creativity, and fun.
We are seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant (TA) who will support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You will at times support wider classroom needs, including small groups and individual children.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support for children with:
- SEND
- Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
- Work collaboratively as part of a cohesive classroom team
- Prepare and adapt learning materials to individual needs
- Oversee physical, social, and emotional well-being of children (including first aid duties)
- Demonstrate creativity and innovation in enhancing learning experiences
- Set and maintain high expectations across achievement and behaviour
- Model the school’s values and ethos, ensuring inclusion and accessibility for all pupils
- Promote and nurture every child to achieve their personal best
- Support pupils with SEND in meeting their developmental goals through tailored interventions
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Leadership Opportunity:
- The ability to lead intervention groups in alignment with the school’s SEND curriculum
Requirements & Skills
Essential Qualities: ✔ Deep passion for making a genuine difference in the lives of children ✔ Compassionate, nurturing approach—ideal for working with SEND pupils ✔ Team player with a collaborative mindset ✔ Flexibility and adaptability to meet the unique needs of diverse learners
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Key Experience: ✔ Proven experience supporting children with SEND ✔ Ability to assess and evaluate pupil needs, then take progressive action ✔ Experience modifying teaching approaches to accommodate different abilities
Desirable: ✔ Prior experience leading small-group intervention sessions ✔ Knowledge of SEND strategies and EHCPs
School Commitment
We prioritise safeguarding and positive pupil welfare. We require all staff to reflect this commitment, fostering a supportive, safe, and stimulating environment.
School Culture: Our approach is positive, outgoing, and solution-focused. We welcome proactive, caring professionals who are eager to contribute to our school community.
📅 Provisional Interview Date: 16 and 17 July 2026
Next Steps: School visits are encouraged! If interested, apply via the link above.
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