Teaching Assistant

English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy

Trust: St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust

Campaign: Strong Foundations

Theme: Helping Children Thrive from Day One

Early Years Teaching Assistant

Location: Derbyshire

Start Date: September 2026

Duration: Ongoing

Salary: Competitive - details provided upon application

At a Glance

• Early Years Teaching Assistant
• September start
• Long-term opportunity
• Competitive weekly PAYE pay
• Excellent professional development

Every child's journey starts with someone who believes in them.

Connex Education is recruiting an enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to join one of our welcoming partner schools within the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust.

The school is passionate about giving children the very best start to their education through a nurturing, engaging and stimulating learning environment. Staff work together to develop children's confidence, curiosity and independence while creating strong partnerships with families.

Being part of a collaborative Trust means staff benefit from shared expertise, ongoing training and a genuine commitment to professional growth.

School Snapshot

• Inclusive Early Years environment
• Caring and supportive staff
• Strong community links
• Commitment to continuous improvement
• Focus on developing the whole child

Getting Here

The school is easily accessible from Long Eaton, Beeston, Stapleford and Sandiacre, with convenient links to the A52 and Junction 25 of the M1, making commuting straightforward from both Derby and Nottingham.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Welcoming Early Years team
• Creative learning environment
• Opportunities to develop EYFS experience
• Supportive leadership
• Positive relationships with children and families

Vacancy Details

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working within EYFS or primary education
• Is nurturing, patient and enthusiastic
• Has excellent communication skills
• Enjoys working collaboratively
• Is committed to helping children flourish

What Connex Education Can Offer

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay
• FREE Academize CPD
• Dedicated consultant support
• Long-term career opportunities

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.