Teaching and Learning Asisstant

Hunloke Park Primary School, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6PT

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  22 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  10 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time, term time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Redhill Academy Trust Pay Scale, Band 7, Scale point 32 - 36

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you passionate about helping children achieve their full potential? We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching and Learning Assistant to join our team and play a key role in supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development within a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

About you…

You will be a positive and motivated individual with experience of supporting children in a primary school setting. You will have excellent communication and organisational skills, a good understanding of supporting children with a range of learning needs, including SEND, and a commitment to promoting positive behaviour and inclusion. You will be able to work both independently and as part of a team, build strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents, and contribute to a warm and caring school environment.

What the school offers its staff

What we can offer…

At Hunloke Park Primary School we’re proud to be part of Redhill Academy Trust, a community Trust that values and invests in its people. You can expect:

• A warm welcome and thorough induction
• Supportive teams and professional networks
• High-quality CPD through the Redhill Teaching Hub
• Personalised appraisal via our ‘My Contribution’ scheme
• Recognition and celebration of your achievements

Our Trust is a regional leader in teacher training and high-quality professional development, delivered through the DfE designated Redhill Teaching Hub. The Redhill College of Leadership and Development offers excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region.

Why Redhill Academy Trust?

Our mission is simple: Working together to help all our students achieve their best - now and in the future. We’re proud to serve our communities with high-performing academies that transform lives and opportunities.

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.

Your role…

As a Teaching and Learning Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and school leaders to support pupils both within the classroom and through targeted interventions. You will assist in planning and delivering learning activities, support individuals and small groups of pupils, help meet the needs of children with additional needs, contribute to monitoring pupil progress, and support pupils' personal, social and emotional development. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's educational experiences and outcomes every day.

How to apply

Click ‘apply now’ to complete our on-line application form.

For further details regarding this post please contact school office at admin@hunlokepark.org.uk or on the Academy number 01246 276831.

Redhill Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS and child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Hunloke Park Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 357 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Hunloke Park Primary School website
• Email address: hr@redhillacademytrust.org.uk
• Phone number: 01246 276831
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hunloke-park-primary-school-chesterfield

Arranging a visit to Hunloke Park Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@redhillacademytrust.org.uk.

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