SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant

Lakeside Primary Academy · Derby, East Midlands

SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant at Lakeside Primary Academy, based in Derby, East Midlands. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Derby, East Midlands
Contract
Permanent
Posted
4 hours ago
Closes
7 Oct 2026
Sector
Teaching Assistant

Reference e0d6705737a5afb5e32d5763b3b174b00aa6eaa2

About the role

We welcome applications from excellent practitioners who have: 

  • An NVQ3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification or experience 

  • Excellent classroom practice and are able to lead a room and adapt provision to meet need. 

  • Experience and expertise in supporting pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs and those with a diagnosis of autism. 

  • Experience in delivering bespoke, nurturing curricula for pupils who may be working below age-related expectation and require personalised learning pathways. 

  • The ability to support and develop communication-friendly and emotionally supportive environments. 

  • The ability to adapt provision for pupils with SEND and EAL, ensuring inclusive and high-quality learning experiences. 

  • The ability to share learning with others, helping colleagues to develop their skills and understanding

  • The ability to provide nurturing environments for all pupils, with experience of working with pupils with SEMH needs.

Reference: e0d6705737a5afb5e32d5763b3b174b00aa6eaa2 · Posted 4 hours ago · Closes 7 Oct 2026 · Listed via Lakeside Primary Academy

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