Children’s Activity & Learning Support Coordinator

Grampian Primary Academy, Derby, DE24 9LU

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  12 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  24 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £17,941.00 - £23,439.00 Annually (Actual) NJC 9-14 (£27,254- £29,540 FTE

Children’s Activity & Learning Support Coordinator job summary

Grampian Primary Academy

Part‑time | Term‑time Only | 12:00-6:00pm (Mon-Fri)

Temporary until 31/08/2026 (potential to extend subject to funding)

Actual Salary: £17,941-£23,439 p/a

A job that makes every day feel meaningful

Do you love working with children? Are you warm, creative, organized, someone who wants to make a real difference each day?

If yes, read on… this could be your perfect role!

No previous school experience needed, just the right attitude, energy, and passion.

About Grampian Primary Academy

Grampian Primary Academy is a warm, ambitious and inclusive school proudly part of Anthem Schools Trust. We are committed to unlocking positive futures for every child, built on strong relationships, high expectations and a nurturing environment. Our school serves children from Nursery through to Year 6 and sits within spacious grounds that support both learning and play. We provide a rich, exciting curriculum where children feel safe, valued and inspired to thrive.

Your working hours

Monday to Friday, 12:00pm to 6:00pm (term‑time only)

The post is temporary until 31 August 2026, with the potential to continue beyond this date depending on funding.

What the role involves

You’ll split your time between helping in the classroom and running our after‑school wraparound care - creating a safe, fun, nurturing space for children to learn, play and relax.

Why a Level 3 qualification is essential

Because this role supports children from nursery age upwards, you will need a Level 3 childcare or education qualification (or equivalent).

Your day will include:

Supporting children with reading, writing, maths & creative tasks

Helping with small-group or 1:1 learning

Celebrating children’s successes and boosting confidence

Setting up fun activities like crafts, games & outdoor play

Creating a warm, welcoming after‑school environment

Preparing light snacks and supporting routines

Being a friendly, positive presence for families

Helping with simple admin and resources

Working closely with teachers and support staff

Following safeguarding, first aid & H&S procedures

You’ll also need:

Basic Maths & English qualifications

Some experience working with children (in any setting)

Why you’ll love working with us

You’ll make a genuine difference every single day

Friendly, welcoming, supportive team

Great work-life balance with term‑time hours

Training and development provided

A role full of creativity, play and purpose

Employee Benefits

At Anthem, we value our employees and are committed to providing a rewarding and supportive working environment. As part of our team, you’ll have access to Anthem Perks, which includes a range of fantastic benefits designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and financial security.
Two week half term - Staff benefit from a two-week half-term break in the autumn term, recognising and supporting wellbeing and retention.

Cycle Scheme - Get a new bike and accessories through our tax-efficient salary sacrifice scheme.

Tech & Home Scheme - Spread the cost of the latest tech and home essentials through convenient payroll deductions.

Corporate Health Cash Plan - Reclaim the cost of everyday healthcare, from dental check-ups to physiotherapy.

Eye Care - Support towards eye tests and glasses for screen users.

Employee Assistance Programme - Free, confidential support for personal and work-related challenges.

Employee Referral Scheme - Recommend a friend and receive a bonus when they join our team.

Anthem Institute - Immerse yourself in amazing CPD opportunities for all roles, networking and learning from specialists in their field.

At Anthem, we believe in supporting our staff, fostering a positive workplace culture, and helping every team member thrive. Join us and enjoy these great benefits as part of your career with Anthem!

Anthem Schools Trust is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and require all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks which will, where applicable, include a health check, an enhanced DBS check, the Children’s Barred List check and satisfactory references.

It is an offence for an individual who has been disqualified from working with children to knowingly apply for, offer to do, accept, or do any work in a ‘regulated activity’. The position advertised is a ‘regulated activity’ and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 [Exceptions] Order 1975.

Anthem will undertake a basic online check for all shortlisted candidates.

Ready to apply?

If you’re enthusiastic, caring and passionate about helping children from nursery age upwards thrive - we’d love to hear from you.

This is a brilliant next step if you’ve worked in childcare, youth work, early years, support roles or any people‑focused job.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Grampian Primary Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 229 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Grampian Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/grampian-primary-academy

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