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  • Chesterfield
  • £107.71 - 117.00 per day

Teaching Assistant

Primary Teaching Assistant

Location: Chesterfield, Derbyshire
Hours: Full-time (part-time applications may be considered)
Salary: Grade and salary in line with Local Authority pay scales
Start Date: As soon as possible / September 2026

Inspire Young Minds Every Day

We are looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming and inclusive school community in Chesterfield.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a committed team that works together to ensure every child feels valued, supported and inspired to achieve their very best. If you are passionate about education, enjoy working with children and want to make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support high-quality teaching and learning across the school. You will provide classroom support, deliver targeted interventions and help pupils develop the confidence and skills they need to succeed.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting pupils individually, in small groups and within whole-class activities.

  • Assisting teachers in planning and preparing engaging learning resources.

  • Helping to create a positive, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.

  • Encouraging children’s social, emotional and academic development.

  • Supporting pupils with additional learning needs where appropriate.

  • Promoting positive behaviour and helping children to become confident, independent learners.

  • Working collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external professionals to support pupil progress.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

  • Has experience of working with primary-aged children.

  • Is caring, patient and enthusiastic.

  • Has excellent communication and organisational skills.

  • Can build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.

  • Works well as part of a team while also using initiative when required.

  • Has GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).

  • Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or Level 3) or has equivalent experience (desirable).

What We Can Offer

  • A friendly, supportive and welcoming staff team.

  • Well-behaved, enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.

  • High-quality professional development opportunities.

  • A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.

  • The opportunity to make a real difference in a thriving school community.

Safeguarding

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance and all other pre-employment checks.

We welcome applications from candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

How to Apply

If you are committed to helping children flourish and would like to become part of our dedicated team, we would be delighted to receive your application.

 

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