Teaching and Learning Assistant (2 posts)

Location: Derbyshire
Closing date: 11 May 2025

We are seeking to appoint two Teaching and Learning Assistants to join our supportive team. You will work with a range of children who have additional needs. It is essential that candidates have a good general education, are literate and numerate and are able to communicate well orally and in writing.  Successful candidates are required to hold a Teaching and Learning Assistants Level 2 qualification or above. The position will initially be until the end of August 2026, however is likely to be extended due to projected pupil numbers and funding. The start date is September 2025 or sooner if available. 

We are looking for a member of staff who is well organised, enjoys working with children, who is able to challenge, motivate and care for each pupil as an individual and foster independence. Good communication skills and the ability to work flexibly as part of a team are essential for this role. Experience of working with children with ASD and ADHD is desirable, as is experience of working with parents. As a junior school we also value staff who have KS1 or Special School experience, although not essential. 

We continue to develop as a school to the ever-changing needs of our children.  Our children need care and understanding of their needs to be able to access learning, and we require staff who want to make a real difference to our children and see the rewards. 

Visits are warmly welcomed by prior arrangement – please telephone the school to make an appointment. You will also find lots of information about the school on the website and blogs www.hallamfields.derbyshire.sch.uk

Provisional Interview Date: 19 May 2025