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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