Our very effective and supportive Governing body are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and caring Early Years Teaching and Learning Assistant who is a conscientious and committed professional that believes all children can achieve high standards and therefore demonstrates consistently high expectations of all pupils in all aspects of school life.
The post, which is currently based in our Nursery class, is to begin on Monday 2nd June 2025, although it would be helpful if the successful applicant could complete induction day/s before this. If the successful candidate is available to start before this date, subject to references, checks and notice period, this will be arranged.
Working hours are 35 hours per week, term time only, following Derbyshire term dates.
Mondays: 8:15-3:30pm
Tuesdays: 8:15-3:30pm
Wednesday: 8:15-3:30pm
Thursday: 8:30-4:30pm (includes 1 hr Foundation Stage meeting after school
Fridays: 8:15-3:45pm.
Each day includes a 30 minute lunch break.
Duties will include supporting the class teacher through general classroom support for all pupils in Reception, facilitating learning through play, supporting with pupils’ personal needs as required, as well as delivering individual and small group interventions for pupils requiring additional help, including pupils with a range of SEND. The successful candidate must have the ability to work in close partnership with the Class
Teacher in helping to promote the acquisition of the Early Learning Goals. Understanding of the Early Years Curriculum and expectations and knowledge of Early Reading and Early Numeracy are essential. Please see the person specification for the full requirements of the post.
We pride ourselves at Anthony Bek (Ofsted ‘Good’ 2022) as always being described as a very warm and welcoming school with many unique attributes, such as our rewards scheme or enrichment offer, and we are fortunate to have lots of outdoor space and facilities. Pupils of Anthony Bek take pride in their work and demonstrate very effective learning behaviours. Our staff team work closely together, sharing ideas and resources and are a family both in and out of school. Visits to the school and school website (www.anthonybek.derbyshire.sch.uk) are recommended and warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to make an appointment on 01623 810355. If you require any further information, please ask for Mrs. Donna-Marie Johnson (Headteacher) or e-mail
headteacher@anthonybek.derbyshire.sch.uk or Mrs. Nichola Miles (nicholamiles@anthonybek.derbyshire.sch.uk)
Interviews will take place on Tuesday 29th April 2025 so please ensure you would be available for this date. Candidates will be informed if they are being invited to interview on the morning of Tuesday 22nd April 2025.
