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Teaching and Learning Assistant (2 Posts)
- Location
- The Woodland Federation of Peak District Schools
- Reference
- JOB/26/02159
- Salary details
- Grade 7 Actual Salary £20,374.92 - £21,859.68 per annum (£27,088 - £29,062 FTE)
- Job term
- Full Time
- Appointment type
- Fixed Term - Due to pupil numbers until August 2027
- Hours
- 32 hours and 30 minutes per week, 39 weeks per year
- Closing Date
- 15 July 2026
The Governing Body of the Woodland Federation of Peak District Schools are seeking to appoint two enthusiastic and flexible individuals to the role of Teaching Assistant, working 32.5 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours supporting breakfast club, after-school club, or wrap-around care provision until 6:00pm.
These positions will be based within one of our federation schools: Great Hucklow CE Primary School, Peak Forest CE Primary School, or Stoney Middleton CE Primary School.
The successful candidates will work with children across the primary age range, supporting learning in the classroom and working with small groups. There may also be the opportunity to support individual pupils on a 1:1 basis, depending on school needs.
We are looking for individuals who:
- Have a genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and wellbeing
- Demonstrate patience, empathy and a nurturing approach
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills, working effectively with pupils, staff and parents
- Are able to adapt to a range of needs, including supporting children with additional or SEND needs
- Can work both independently and as part of a team
- Show initiative, flexibility and a positive attitude
- Have good organisational skills and the ability to follow guidance and meet expectations
- Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a supportive federation, helping to maximise children’s progress and ensure they feel safe, valued and able to succeed.
Provisional Interview Date: 20 July 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.