Nursery / EYFS Teaching Assistant
Cherry Tree Hill Primary School, Derby, Derbyshire, DE21 6WL15 days remaining to apply
Job start date
5 January 2026
Closing date
25 November 2025 at 9am
Date listed
10 November 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years
Working pattern
- Part time: Wednesday - Friday, 22.2 hours a week, Term Time only
Contract type
- Fixed term - 5th January 2026 - 24th July 2026
Pay scale
- Grade E, Point 10-14
What skills and experience we're looking for
The ability to communicate effectively – both verbally and in writing and to use language and other communication skills that students can understand and relate to
The ability to respond calmly and constructively when dealing with students with Special Educational Needs
Ability to manage time effectively
The ability to seek advice and assistance to meet students needs
Willingness too maintain confidentiality on all school matters
A willingness to engage in professional development opportunities
Ability to provide engaging 1:1 support
Ability to demonstrate active listening skills
To understand Special Educational Needs
The ability to learn and use a range of strategies to deal with classroom and individual behavior
An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity in day to day working practices
The ability to work as part of a team
Awareness of Literacy Development
Experience of using Information Technology to support students in the classroom
What the school offers its staff
At Cherry Tree Hill, we endeavour to create a happy, secure, relaxed atmosphere whilst, at the same time, insist on high standards of both work and behaviour. Together we strive for the fulfilment of every child’s potential. Children are encouraged to be independent and self-reliant. They are taught to have respect for property, themselves and each other.
Parents are seen as important partners in their child’s learning, and are actively encouraged to get involved in the life of the school. Parents are always made welcome in school, and staff endeavour to find time to listen to their concerns.
We develop positive learning relationships with our children and recognise the importance of this. We are proud of our children, staff and school.
Further information about the job
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 job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Cherry Tree Hill Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 614 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Cherry Tree Hill Primary School website
- Email address
- h.hassall@cherrytreehill.odysseyct.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01332 673520
Our school is a large primary, set in spacious grounds two miles from Derby City Centre. Visitors to our school comment positively on our facilities and the stimulating environment. They describe our atmosphere as respectful and nurturing. and you know what? It is!
We endeavour to create a happy, secure, relaxed atmosphere whilst, at the same time, insist on high standards of both work and behaviour. Together we strive for the fulfilment of every child’s potential. Children are encouraged to be independent and self-reliant. They are taught to have respect for property, themselves and each other. Parents are seen as important partners in their child’s learning, and are actively encouraged to get involved in the life of the school. Parents are always made welcome in school, and staff endeavour to find time to listen to their concerns.
Arranging a visit to Cherry Tree Hill Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email h.hassall@cherrytreehill.odysseyct.org.uk.
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