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Specialist Teaching & Learning Assistant

Derbyshire County Council

Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We're seeking a creative Teaching Assistant with an interest in supporting maths to join our dedicated team at Holly House School.

Holly House School is a Local Authority Residential Special School for children aged 7 to 14 years with Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties.

Holly House is on an exciting journey, and this is an opportunity to help shape its future and the opportunities for our young people. We are a 'community that builds ambition to achieve potential'

We are looking for someone who is committed to high standards in the classroom. You should have good verbal and written communication skills and be able to work as part of a motivated and supportive team. You will be ambitious about advancing your practice to support our pupils by furthering your pedagogical and SEND skills.

At Holly House School, we believe in providing a nurturing and supportive environment for students with SEMH needs. Our school is a place where every individual is valued, and where creativity and compassion drive our approach to education.

We promote high expectations for all our pupils whilst recognising the challenges they face. Our purpose is to develop skills in our pupils, so they become confident and successful learners, build pride in themselves and make positive contributions to their communities.We celebrate the many and varied achievements of our pupils.

If you support our values of promoting respect for one another, a belief in positive relationships and Positive Behaviour Support through unconditional positive regard we would like to hear from you.

Good luck with your application