Teaching Assistant for KS2 and SEND Children
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Chesterfield, S44 5BZ |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 22 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 22 Oct 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Arkwright Primary School is a happy, successful and nurturing school where every child is encouraged to thrive. Pupils, staff and Governors are looking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic, hardworking and motivated Teaching and Learning Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team.
About you…
We are looking for someone who:
• Has experience of supporting children within a primary school setting, including those with SEND.
• Is warm and friendly and develops excellent relationships with pupils, parents and carers.
• Has high expectations for all pupils and is committed to helping every child succeed.
• Has a sense of humour and fully embraces all aspects of school life.
• Works effectively as part of a team and uses their initiative.
• Can monitor and support children in break and lunch times and ensure they are thriving and safe.
• Will embrace our school ethos and add to our brilliant team.
Essential:
• Level 3 Teaching and Learning Qualification or equivalent.
• Suitable Level 2 Qualification in English and Mathematics or equivalent.
Desirable:
• Experience supporting children with SEND.
• Paediatric First Aid training.
• Knowledge of behaviour support strategies and early intervention approaches.
• Experience delivering interventions to individuals and small groups.
Your role…
As a Teaching and Learning Assistant you'll:
• Primarily support teaching and learning within Key Stage 2.
• Work closely with teachers to help pupils achieve their full potential.
• Support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) through classroom support, interventions and small-group work when required.
• Promote positive behaviour and high expectations for all pupils.
• Contribute to our caring and inclusive school culture where every child is encouraged to thrive.
Arkwright Primary School is proud of its excellent pupil behaviour, supportive staff team and strong relationships with families. We are a welcoming and nurturing school where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their very best.
What the school offers its staff
What we can offer…
At Arkwright Primary School we're proud to be part of Redhill Academy Trust, a community Trust that values and invests in its people. You can expect:
• A warm welcome and thorough induction.
• Supportive teams and professional networks.
• High-quality CPD through the Redhill Teaching Hub.
• Personalised appraisal via our 'My Contribution' scheme.
• Recognition and celebration of your achievements.
Our Trust is a regional leader in teacher training and high-quality professional development. The Redhill College of Leadership and Development offers excellent CPD opportunities and the chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region.
Explore our full range of staff benefits: Redhill Academy Trust - Why Work For Us
Why Redhill Academy Trust?
Our mission is simple: Working together to help all our students achieve their best - now and in the future.
We're proud to serve our communities with high-performing academies that transform lives and opportunities.
Further details about the role
How to apply
Click 'Apply Now' to complete our online application form.
For further details regarding this post please contact the school office on 01246 234018 or by email at info@arkwright.derbyshire.sch.uk.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.
For information on our recruitment process please visit: Redhill Academy Trust - Recruitment Process
Arkwright Primary School and Redhill Academy Trust are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS and child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.