SEN Teaching Assistant

Flexzo Teach | SEN Teaching Assistant Flexible support opportunities in your area Flexzo Teach connects dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants directly with educational settings for short-term, long-term, and ongoing support. Register to join our local talent pool in Derbyshire and start matching with educational settings and students who need your specialized expertise whether that's providing nurturing 1:1 support in primary school or helping secondary students navigate their school day with confidence. Why you’ll love it: Complete Autonomy: Pick your own hours and choose the assignments that best fit your schedule and skill set.Direct Access: Receive direct booking requests from local primary schools, secondary schools, and alternative provisions.Flexible Delivery: Work in a variety of educational settings across all key stages, adapting to the environments where you can make the biggest difference.Make an Impact: Provide tailored support, foster independence, and adapt your style - whether creating sensory-friendly tasks for younger children or building confidence and resilience in older students. What you need: Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs (such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or speech and language difficulties) in an educational or care setting.The ability to implement targeted support strategies and use communication tools (e.g., visual timetables, PECS, or Makaton) to remove barriers to learning.Experience tailoring your approach to suit both primary-aged learners (fostering emotional regulation and foundational skills) and secondary students (focusing on independence and social confidence).A patient, calm, and nurturing demeanor, with a deep understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices.Valid right to work in the UK.An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to obtain one). How it works: Once your profile is live, educational settings can contact you directly to book 1:1 support, small-group intervention, or general SEN classroom assistance blocks. Ready to help every child unlock their potential and thrive? Upload your CV and get started today!