Job description
Odyssey Collaborative Trust
Hours: 35
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Springfield Primary School
Application closing date: Thursday 5th March 9am
Interview date: Thursday 12th March
Starting date: One position to start 13th April 2026, one position to start 29th June 2026
Springfield Enhanced Resource Facility is a well-established and successful provision for children with complex communication and interaction needs, which is currently undergoing a significant expansion and new building project. This vacancy is a unique opportunity for a teaching assistant to play a key part in
our ERF provision.
The successful candidate will work within our ERF team to ensure that Springfield’s Enhanced Resource Facility delivers excellent provision to meet the individual needs of each child and makes a real difference to the lives of children and families in Derby City. There will also be the opportunity to further develop your skills, knowledge and practice through coaching and support from experienced ERF colleagues, alongside a range of CPD.
At Springfield Primary School, inclusion is a key aspect of our whole school ethos. Our Enhanced Resource Facility is an integral part of our school, delivering specially tailored provision within a carefully
designed learning environment. This is an extremely exciting time to join our ERF team at Springfield; we are currently in the final stages of our new ERF building project, which includes a brand new custom designed building, including a bespoke sensory room, a specialist soft play room, three new classrooms and a new outdoor play area.
We are, therefore, looking to appoint a teaching assistant, who is committed, dedicated, determined and resilient - an individual who is knowledgeable about SEND and skilled at bringing out the best in all our learners so that they develop their communication and interaction skills, allowing them to successfully access learning and develop positive friendships with their peers.
We are looking for an excellent teaching assistant, to join our growing ERF team. The successful candidate will:
1. Have good knowledge and understanding of SEND, alongside the unshakeable belief that all children can be successful in their learning when their needs are fully met
2. Have a calm and positive disposition, able to build effective relationships with children, parents and colleagues
3. Be skilled in supporting and engaging children of all abilities in their learning
4. Be a reflective practitioner, who ensures that all children’s needs are fully met
5. Be an effective team player with excellent communication skills
6. Be flexible and adaptable, with the ability to respond positively to the day to day challenges of supporting children with complex needs.
Springfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this post is regulated activity, successful appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and relevant
recruitment checks that comply with guidance in the most recent version of Keeping Children Safe in Education. We are committed to equality of opportunity in employment and services. Springfield Primary School is part of the Odyssey Collaborative Trust
We strongly encourage visits to school, which can be arranged by contacting, the School Business Manager, Clair Goodwin on 01332 673846 or by emailing the Trust ERF Lead, Kirstie Large
Please complete an Odyssey Collaborative Trust Application Form, which is available below as a download or contact school for an