Teaching Assistant
Be Part of Something Special at Ryefields: A New Special School in Derby!
Close date: Tuesday 2nd June
Are you a caring and enthusiastic individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? If so, this is your opportunity to join the team at Ryefields!
đź“Ť Location: Aurora Ryefields School, Ryefields, Derby
đź•’ Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent, Term Time Only
đź“… Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday - Immediate start date (pending onboarding checks)
đź’° Salary: ÂŁ22,996 to ÂŁ25,068 (Actual annual salary, dependent on experience and qualifications) ÂŁ22,996 to ÂŁ25,068 (Actual annual salary, dependent on experience and qualifications)
đź’¸ Hourly Rate: ÂŁ12.87 to ÂŁ14.03 p/hr
About Ryefields
Ryefields is a brand-new, purpose-built special school in Derby, dedicated to providing outstanding education and support for children and young people with ASC and SEMH needs. Our vision is to create a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where every child can achieve their full potential.
As part of the Ryefields team, you’ll play a key role in creating a positive and inclusive school culture right from the start.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant at Ryefields, you will support the educational, social, and emotional development of our students. Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the class teacher in delivering lessons and activities tailored to the needs of students.
- Providing one-to-one and small group support to help students engage in learning.
- Assisting with the implementation of Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).
- Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation using agreed strategies.
- Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
- Supporting students with personal care, where necessary, in a dignified and respectful manner.
- Monitoring and recording student progress, contributing to reports and feedback for teachers and families.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience working with children, ideally in a SEND or educational setting (desirable but not essential).
- A passion for supporting children with ASC and SEMH needs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships.
- Patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- Relevant qualifications, such as Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant, are desirable but not essential.
How to Apply
If you are enthusiastic about making a difference and excited to be part of the Ryefields team, we’d love to hear from you!
For candidates that haven’t worked in this sector before please be aware that the application process is far more detailed and thorough compared to other sectors.
Please complete an online application form in full, remembering to include all employment and education details and a personal statement that will make us really keen to speak to you. 
Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.
This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled. 
Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.
Join us at Ryefields and help create a school where every child is supported, understood, and inspired to thrive!
Aurora Ryefields School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.