Level 2 Teaching Assistant

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Join us on an exciting journey of transformation and excellence.
At Tapestry Learning Partnership, we believe in the power of education to change lives. Formed in January 2026 through the merger of two strong trusts, QEGSMAT and Djanogly Learning Trust, we are building a future where every child succeeds and flourishes. Now, we are looking for a passionate and committed Teaching Assistant to play a vital role in supporting this vision.

About the Role
Tapestry Learning Partnership is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, well-organised, and supportive individual to join our Hilltop Primary Academy & Nursery.

The ideal candidate must be able to build strong relationships and have high expectations for all children. They should be resilient, calm, kind and able to use their initiative as well as displaying strong behaviour management skills. Please read the person specification and job description very carefully to ensure you fit the criteria.

Who We’re Looking For
Are you passionate about working to support young children, some of whom may have a range of additional needs? Are you confident in working with children? Are you looking to join a friendly team who are committed to the learning and development of children? If so, we have the role for you.

About Hilltop Primary Academy

Hilltop Primary Academy is a welcoming and inclusive school for children aged to 3 to 11, where every child is encouraged to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Located in Ashbourne, the academy offers a nurturing learning environment with a strong sense of community, where pupils are known, valued and supported as individuals. With dedicated staff and high expectations, Hilltop Primary Academy provides engaging, high-quality teaching that inspires a love of learning and builds confidence. As part of Tapestry Learning Partnership, the school benefits from strong partnerships and shared expertise, ensuring pupils are well prepared for the next stage of their education and beyond.

Why Join Tapestry?
As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:

• A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work–life balance
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing

This is your chance to be part of something special. Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact.

Tapestry Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK.

Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be found at: Tapestry Learning Partnership

Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their pre-employment checks.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore shortlisted applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions or convictions, and any adult cautions or convictions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020)

If you are interested and wish to have an informal conversation to discuss the role or would like to visit the school, we would be happy to arrange this, please call 01335 343041.

Further details about our school can be found on our website: Hilltop Primary Academy and Nursery with ERS Provision

To apply for this position, please visit our careers page via our website: Tapestry Learning Partnership

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.