Teaching Assistant

Job Details

• Job Title: Teaching Assistant
• Location: Chesterfield
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Day to day, ad hoc bookings
• Salary: Competitive - details provided upon application

School Environment

This is a welcoming and community-focused primary and nursery academy located in the Chesterfield area, proudly part of the Redhill Academy Trust. The school is committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where all pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential both academically and personally. Staff work collaboratively to provide engaging learning experiences and place a strong emphasis on supporting pupils' wellbeing, confidence and independence.

Key Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in a school or similar setting
• A proactive and supportive approach to learning
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Confidence supporting pupils across different abilities
• Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development
• Reliable, adaptable, and enthusiastic
• Able to commute to North Wingfield and surrounding areas

Benefits

• Ongoing support and guidance, particularly to applicants who have expressed a desire to undertake teacher training in the future
• Robust and detailed lesson plans that allow applicants to quickly and easily deliver lessons
• A pleasant, friendly and energetic school environment that encourages learning and respect between pupils and school staff
• Optional continued CPD via the schools dedicated training and coaching provider
• Competitive rates of pay, particularly for candidates who receive consistent positive feedback
• PAYE paid weekly
• Access to free CPD via the renowned Academize platform
• Full support from registration to placement and beyond from a dedicated expert Connex consultant
• Entry into frequent prize draws

Protected Characteristics Statement

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Pay rate is based on qualification and experience.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.