SEND Teaching Assistant - Chesterfield

East Midlands/ contract / Market related

SEND Teaching Assistants Needed – Chesterfield

Are you an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant ready for your next rewarding role?

We are working with a number of fantastic SEND schools across Chesterfield who are actively seeking passionate, reliable and adaptable Teaching Assistants for immediate day-to-day supply and long-term opportunities.

This is your chance to make a real difference every single day supporting children with a range of special educational needs and disabilities in highly rewarding school environments.


What we’re looking for:

We want dedicated individuals who can bring patience, positivity and resilience into the classroom. You will need:

  • Proven experience supporting children with SEND
  • A caring, calm and patient approach
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Genuine empathy and a passion for helping children succeed

Why join us?

As one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, we don’t just place you in a role — we support your entire journey:

  • 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant
  • Access to a Guaranteed Payment Scheme* (T&Cs apply)
  • FREE CPD training and certification via My-Progression
  • Competitive, market-leading pay rates
  • Referral bonus – earn up to £100 for every friend you recommend*

All staff are paid via PAYE, meaning no umbrella company deductions or hidden fees — just simple, transparent pay.


Ready to get started?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your SEND career, apply today and we’ll be in touch quickly to get you started.

[email protected]
0115 824 1888

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.