Additional Needs Teaching Assistant - Pastoral x 2 posts
| Posting date: | 11 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 29 October 2025 |
| Location: | Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 8PN |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | d710c6f9-5f2e-4cc0-a6fe-0b652384887c |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; therefore, all positions are offered subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and references confirming your suitability to work with children.
At Pear Tree Infant and Nursery School we pride ourselves as being a vibrant and diverse community that works closely with parents as partners. We are passionate in promoting an ethos of mutual respect and high expectations for all children. We ensure that learning is fun, active and challenging
The Governing body and Head Teacher are extremely proud of the school community and are seeking to appoint 2 Additional Needs Teaching Assistants. We seek individuals who are passionate and sensitive to the needs of working with children who are from disadvantaged backgrounds and have additional needs.
We would expect that you have experience of working with children with SEND and have a genuine passion to help children flourish in our school. Please state clearly on the application form the experience you have working with SEND children.
We are looking for someone who can:
• Inspire and enthuse all key groups of children to aim high.
• Assist children with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence.
• Help pupils understand instructions.
• Provide a secure, caring and enriching environment for all the children
• Works in close collaboration with colleagues as a valued member of a team.
• Offers children creative learning opportunities.
What the school offers its staff
We are proud to offer:
• Children who are enthusiastic to learn, grow and extend their learning experiences.
• A staff who are passionate about continued professional development and growth as a school community.
• A committed and supportive senior leadership team who are committed to staff wellbeing.
• Parents who are valued partners in helping every child aim high.
• An inclusive setting which excels in the provision for the most vulnerable and disadvantaged children.
• A happy school which embraces diversity.
Further details about the role
We have 2 roles available.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; therefore all positions are offered subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and references confirming your suitability to work with children.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; therefore, all positions are offered subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and references confirming your suitability to work with children.
At Pear Tree Infant and Nursery School we pride ourselves as being a vibrant and diverse community that works closely with parents as partners. We are passionate in promoting an ethos of mutual respect and high expectations for all children. We ensure that learning is fun, active and challenging
The Governing body and Head Teacher are extremely proud of the school community and are seeking to appoint 2 Additional Needs Teaching Assistants. We seek individuals who are passionate and sensitive to the needs of working with children who are from disadvantaged backgrounds and have additional needs.
We would expect that you have experience of working with children with SEND and have a genuine passion to help children flourish in our school. Please state clearly on the application form the experience you have working with SEND children.
We are looking for someone who can:
• Inspire and enthuse all key groups of children to aim high.
• Assist children with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence.
• Help pupils understand instructions.
• Provide a secure, caring and enriching environment for all the children
• Works in close collaboration with colleagues as a valued member of a team.
• Offers children creative learning opportunities.
What the school offers its staff
We are proud to offer:
• Children who are enthusiastic to learn, grow and extend their learning experiences.
• A staff who are passionate about continued professional development and growth as a school community.
• A committed and supportive senior leadership team who are committed to staff wellbeing.
• Parents who are valued partners in helping every child aim high.
• An inclusive setting which excels in the provision for the most vulnerable and disadvantaged children.
• A happy school which embraces diversity.
Further details about the role
We have 2 roles available.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; therefore all positions are offered subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and references confirming your suitability to work with children.