Connex - East Midlands
Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Ivy House School, Littleover
To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK
About the Role
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SEN Teaching Assistant in an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ Speciaist school.
- Full time and day to day roles available
- Manual handling and personal care are preferable but not required depending on role type.
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Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and structured lessons.
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Supporting pupils one-to-one or in small groups to enhance learning.
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Promoting positive behaviour and helping to create an inclusive classroom environment.
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Preparing learning resources and assisting with classroom organization.
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Supporting children with additional learning needs where required.
About the School
Ivy House School is a specialist, Outstanding-rated school in Littleover, Derby, providing high-quality education for children and young people aged 2-19 with a wide range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The school is dedicated to delivering an inclusive, nurturing, and personalised learning environment where every pupil is valued as an individual and supported to achieve their full potential. Working in close partnership with families, therapists, healthcare professionals, and external agencies, Ivy House School offers a holistic approach to education that combines tailored teaching, therapeutic support, and personalised learning programmes. The school’s vision-“Working Together to Inspire, Nurture and Empower”-underpins every aspect of its provision, promoting independence, communication, confidence, and preparation for adulthood. The curriculum is carefully adapted to meet each learner’s individual needs, focusing on academic progress alongside the development of life skills, communication, personal wellbeing, and social independence. Staff are highly trained in supporting pupils with complex learning, physical, sensory, and communication needs, ensuring that all learners have access to meaningful and engaging educational experiences. Recognised by Ofsted as an Outstanding school, Ivy House School is committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and aspirational environment where pupils thrive, develop resilience, and are empowered to become active participants in their learning and future lives.
Because Ivy House School supports pupils with a range of complex physical, medical, and learning needs, many staff members are required to safely assist pupils with mobility and daily activities, applicants should show strong levels of empathy, resillience and a proactive approach to supporting needs.
Benefits of working with Connex Education
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Competitive rates of pay, paid weekly and ALWAYS paid directly from Connex Education and NEVER via umbrella companies / outsourced payroll.
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Access to work at large numbers of schools within academy trusts that work EXCLUSIVELY with Connex Education and NO other agencies.
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Exceptional personalised support and service from dedicated education sector recruitment professionals.
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Industry leading FREE CPD covering anything and everything education sector based via our Academize training platform.
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Access and auto entry into our frequent competitions and prize draws.
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Additional earning opportunities via our generous Refer a Friend scheme, details of which can be found here – https://connex-education.com/referrals/refer-a-colleague/