Connex - East Midlands
Connex Education are recruiting for the following exciting opportunity:
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant / Teaching Assistant
Location: Derby (DE23)
Start Date: 15th June 2026
Duration: Ongoing, Full-Time
Salary: Competitive – dependent upon experience
Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity?
• Do you have a strong background supporting pupils with additional needs?
• Are you confident, resilient, and able to build positive relationships quickly?
• Would you like to make a real difference to a child’s educational journey while working within a supportive primary school environment?
School Details:
Connex Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in the DE23 area of Derby. The school is committed to providing high-quality support for all pupils and prides itself on creating a nurturing learning environment where children can thrive.
The leadership team is supportive, and staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils receive the individual guidance and encouragement they need to succeed both academically and socially.
Vacancy Details:
We are seeking a highly experienced and committed Teaching Assistant to work full-time on an ongoing basis.
The successful candidate will support a Year 5 class as a general Teaching Assistant during the morning before providing dedicated 1:1 SEN support in the afternoons.
The pupil requires support due to Klinefelter Syndrome, which can present with a range of learning, developmental, social, and behavioural challenges. Previous experience supporting children with complex additional needs is essential.
The ideal candidate will:
• Have significant experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant
• Be confident supporting pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs
• Demonstrate a calm, resilient, and proactive approach
• Be flexible and comfortable working in both a classroom support and 1:1 capacity
• Have a strong understanding of supporting pupils with additional needs
• Be reliable, professional, and fully committed to the role
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Be confident in managing challenging situations when required
• Be available to work full days and arrive at school between 8:00am and 8:15am
• Be able to make a positive impression from day one and maintain high professional standards
What We Can Offer:
• Competitive weekly PAYE pay
• Ongoing full-time employment opportunity
• Dedicated education consultant support
• Access to FREE CPD via Academize
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a pupil’s development
• Supportive school environment
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
How to Apply:
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant seeking a long-term opportunity and are committed to providing consistent, high-quality support, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV to be considered for this rewarding role in a Derby primary school.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.