Teaching and Learning Assistant

This is an exciting opportunity to work in our small (NOR 142) and friendly school in Shirebrook.

The candidate should have a good knowledge of the school curriculum and have a genuine passion and belief in the potential of every pupil.

We are looking to appoint an organised, highly motivated and hardworking Teaching Assistant to support our school classroom, to start asap!

For us, our vision is ‘Be the Best You Can Be’, which lies at the heart of all that we do. We have wonderful children, parents and staff who make up our friendly and committed team.

We will want you to;

• Be passionate about your role in school
• Play an important role in the school being at the heart of the community it serves
• Be a team player
• Be a brilliant and sensitive communicator to staff, parents and children alike
• Be willing to make a contribution to school life
• Have a good sense of humour.

In return, we offer;

• A happy working environment
• A supportive school where everyone is valued and cared for
• Opportunities to develop professionally
• A school dedicated to caring for staff well-bein

Visits to the schools are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office [phone removed] and speak to Mrs Victoria Hardy, School Business Manager to make an appointment.

Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 19 October 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. 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.