Teaching Assistant

Cherry Tree Hill Primary School, Derby, Derbyshire, DE21 6WL

25 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  11 June 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  16 May 2025

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: 37 Hours a week, Term Time only
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 Year (31st August 2026)
• Pay scale: Grade E (Point 10-14)

What skills and experience we're looking for

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

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 skill

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.

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

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to h.hassall@odysseyct.org.uk

CVs are not accepted.

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.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

CTHP - Job Pack - Level 2 Teaching Assistant.pdf - 563 KB (opens in new tab)

About Cherry Tree Hill Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 631 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Cherry Tree Hill Primary School website
• Email address: h.hassall@odysseyct.org.uk
• Phone number: 01332673520
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cherry-tree-hill-primary-school-derby

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@odysseyct.org.uk.

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