Teaching Assistant

At OFG we give you time to enjoy those special moments and hobbies outside of work Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Bluebank School, Whittington Moor, Derbyshire, S41 8LQ Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 8.30am - 4.30pm Salary: £22,160620 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: September 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role Build a career where every day you help young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) achieve more than they ever imagined. As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you’ll be part of a warm, collaborative team dedicated to helping each learner feel safe, confident and ready to engage What you will be doing Supporting children and young people with SEND, including complex needs, to access learning and achieve personal goals Assisting with engaging classroom, outdoor and enrichment activities tailored to individual needs Providing emotional, behavioural and practical support to help pupils feel safe, valued and understood Encouraging independence, communication, positive relationships and social development What you will bring Caring, patient and adaptable, with a genuine desire to help young people with SEND thrive Resilient, positive and able to work collaboratively within a supportive team A confident communicator who builds trust with pupils, colleagues and families Flexible, enthusiastic and ready to support learning in a range of settings and situations Driving licence required About Bluebank School Bluebank School is an Acorn Education school in Chesterfield, supporting pupils with SEMH and complex needs. We provide a safe, nurturing environment where every pupil feels valued and supported. Small classes and personalised programmes help pupils develop academic, social, and life skills. Our inclusive approach empowers young people to grow in confidence, resilience, and independence. Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges w