Location Hallam Fields Junior School, Ilkeston Reference JOB/25/02010 Salary details Grade 7 Actual Salary £18,983.40 - £20,367.00 per annum (£26,248 - £28,161 FTE) Job term Part Time Appointment type Fixed Term - Due to pupil numbers until the end of August 2026 Hours 31 hours and 15 minutes per week, 39 weeks per year Closing Date 13 July 2025
We are seeking to appoint a Teaching and Learning Assistant 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.
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
Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.
Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.
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