Teaching and Learning Assistant

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.

Are you passionate about helping children to thrive? Do you enjoy working in a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child is valued and supported? If so, we would be delighted to hear from you.

All Saints’ CE Infant School is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching and Learning Assistant to provide maternity leave cover, supporting pupils in nursery and EYFS. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school where children are at the centre of all we do.

We’re looking for someone who:

• is passionate about supporting young learners and helping them reach their potential
• is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children
• embraces and supports our Christian ethos
• is proactive, positive and keen to contribute to the wider life of the school
• has high expectations for every pupil
• can build strong, positive relationships with parents and carers

What We Offer:

• Wonderful children who are enthusiastic, curious and eager to learn
• A warm, welcoming school community where staff are genuinely valued
• Ongoing professional development to support your growth
• A supportive leadership team focused on staff wellbeing
• Committed colleagues who work collaboratively to drive school improvement
• Highly engaged governors, parents and parish partners who champion our school
• A strong Christian ethos that promotes kindness, respect and inclusion

Come and join a school where your contribution truly matters — and where you will be supported every step of the way.

Find out more about us: https://www.allsaintsfed.derbyshire.sch.uk/

All Saints’ CE Junior School are proud members of Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT).

DDAT welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.

DDAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, completion of a probationary period, pre-employment and Disclosure Barring Service checks. 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.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings 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).

To apply please submit completed applications forms to recruitment@matlockanddales.derbyshire.sch.uk by Sunday 15th March 2026.

Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 23 March 2026

We will only accept applications made on DDAT application forms.

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.