Teaching and Learning Assistant

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching and Learning Assistant to join our supportive team for two days per week. You will work with a range of children who have additional needs both in groups and on a 1:1 basis. 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 start date is February 2026 or as soon as available after, with the two days to be negotiated.

Hours of Work:

8:45am to 3:45pm

We are looking for members of staff who are well organised, enjoy working with children, and who are 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 www.hallamfields.derbyshire.sch.uk.

Provisional Interview Date: 28 January 2026

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.