Job Description

Closing on:

Nov 2, 2025

Job Category:

Support Staff

Job Type:

Fixed Term

Job Location:

St Laurence CE Primary School (Long Eaton)
Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: St Laurence Church of England Primary School

Contract Type: Fixed Term Maternity Cover 05.01.26 until 31.08.26

Salary: Grade 7, Pay Points 8-11 (27,088-29,062 FTE pro rata for term time only/part time staff)

Hours per week: 32.5

Weeks per year: 39 weeks


Job outline


The pupils, staff and Governors of St Laurence Church of England Primary School are looking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic, fun, hardworking and motivated Teaching and Learning Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated school.



We are looking for someone who:


Has experience of working with children across all Key Stages. Has a wide range of knowledge and experience of supporting children's varied needs. Can provide one-on-one or small-group support to students with special needs, under the guidance of teachers. Is able to prepare materials, adapt lessons, manage behavior, support pupils with learning, social, and physical needs, and help create an inclusive, supportive environment to help all students reach their full potential Is warm and friendly and develops excellent relationships with parents and carers. Has a sense of humour and is fun, fully embracing all aspects of school life. Aims high in all aspects of school life for self and others. Has a caring nature and kind personality. Has a range of strategies to ensure children's personal, social, emotional and learning needs are met.




If you are looking for:


A school where a dedicated and supportive group of team players work together happily to support every aspect of a child's learning and development. A school that holds the highest expectations for pupils and staff but knows that we achieve this by investing in nurturing and supporting the onward learning journey of all. A school with excellent attendance because children love coming to school, are happy and love learning. A school that is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. A school that ensures the well-being of children and staff. A dedicated staff team who pride ourselves on our caring ethos. A welcoming school that lives out the values that we teach.


Visits to the school are strongly encouraged so you can experience, first hand, our caring and nurturing ethos. To arrange a visit please contact Mrs Thomasson (School Business Assistant) on 0115 9728469 to make an appointment



Please also see our school website for lots of information about our school community and classes.


Application information


All application forms and reference s to be sent to -

jobs@st-laurence.derbyshire.sch.uk



To apply please submit completed application forms to Kate Thomasson by the closing date.



We will only accept applications made on DDAT application forms.



Closing Date: 02.11.25

Provisional Interviews: 10.11.25

AND

DDAT welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.



DDAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, pre-employment and Disclosure Barring Service checks. 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.


This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).


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