Teaching and Learning Assistant

Salary details: £ - £

Calow CofE VC Primary School are looking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to work with pupils who have special educational needs. 

Working hours: 27 hours 30 mins a week

Mon – Fri 8.45am – 3:15pm (non- negotiable) with an hour for lunch.

 We are looking for someone who…:

• Has experience of working with children.
• Has a secure knowledge of the National Curriculum and expectations.
• Is warm, friendly and understanding, and is able to form excellent relationships with children, families and staff members.
• Has high expectations of all aspects of school life for others and for themselves.
• Has experience of running interventions in a school setting.
• Has a strong and unwavering commitment to safeguarding children.
• Has a sense of humour and fully supports all aspects of school life.
• Will uphold the distinctive Christian ethos of the school.
• Has a Teaching Assistant Qualification or equivalent.

There may be the opportunity for HLTA hours if the candidate has the appropriate qualification/experience. 

In return we offer the opportunity to work as part of a highly motivated and supportive team, with opportunities for CPD and a caring Christian ethos from parents and governors. 

Provisional Interview Date: 8 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.