Derbyshire County Council
SEND Teaching and Learning Assistant

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Closing date: 04 October 2026
The Governors of Ripley St. John’s CE Primary School and Nursery are seeking to appoint an inspirational SEND Teaching and Learning Assistant to support our classes within school. We pride ourselves on being a warm and welcoming school, with a true Christian ethos, putting the children at the heart of our decision-making, striving to ensure we are ‘a light for all to see’.
We are a family-feel, two form-entry primary school located in Amber Valley, Derbyshire, with 355 pupils on roll.
We are appointing for a 16-hour post, working with a child with a diagnosis of ASD and ADHD in the Key Stage 2 phase.
Where necessary the working hours will be negotiated in line with the successful candidate and the specific requirements of the school, however, mornings Monday through to Friday are desirable.
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Our new SEND Teaching Assistant will:
- be caring, approachable and willing to go the extra mile to improve educational outcomes for all children.
- be an individual who can effectively contribute to the school life, supporting the vision of the school.
- demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding, equal opportunities and inclusion as well as understanding, awareness and empathy for all.
- be dedicated to raise standards across the school and have high aspirations for yourself and the whole school community.
- be a motivator who can encourage both staff and children, fostering a positive and productive school environment.
- be a role model; demonstrating excellence and innovation in practice.
- possess boundless energy and have the ability to inspire confidence when making management and organisational decisions.


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In return, Ripley St. John’s offers:
- a welcoming and friendly environment, made up of a hard-working, supportive and experienced team who strive to deliver innovation and excellence for all children.
- dedicated and supportive governors who share in the school’s vision for success.
- marvellous children who are passionate about learning and take pride in everything they do.
- a supportive parent community that shares in the school’s initiatives.
- extensive opportunities for ongoing professional development, tailored to individual needs.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please telephone the School Office, on 01773 742457, asking for Katie Reaney, our School Business Officer, to arrange an appointment to visit the school.
Provisional Interview Date: 13 October 2026
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