Teaching Assistant

Tupton Hall School, Chesterfield, S42 6LG

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  23 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  13 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• 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 supporting young people to achieve their full potential and thrive in a positive learning environment?

About you...

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and a genuine commitment to supporting pupils' academic and personal development.

What the school offers its staff

What we can offer…

At Tupton Hall 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 Assistant, you will assist classroom teachers in their work in ensuring that students with special education needs make good progress and participate in lessons

The successful candidate will work with the SENDCO and subject teachers to ensure that teaching and resources are adjusted in line with individual student profiles - helping prepare resources as necessary.

You’ll provide support for students, parents, teachers and the school to establish a supportive and nurturing learning environment.

How to apply

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

For further details regarding this post please contact Mrs A Lindley, Operations Manager on a.lindley@tuptonhall.org.uk

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

As Redhill Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding children practices, any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS and Child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Tupton Hall School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1581 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Tupton Hall School website
• Email address: hr@redhillacademytrust.org.uk
• Phone number: 01246 863127
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/tupton-hall-school-chesterfield

Tupton Hall School is part of Redhill Academy Trust. The Academy is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region. The Trust also leads the regional Teaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers.

Arranging a visit to Tupton Hall School

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

School location

Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed

Find more school jobs in Chesterfield