Teaching and Learning Assistant

Stanton-in-Peak C of E Primary School is seeking to appoint a dedicated and highly motivated SEND Teaching and Learning Assistant for 1:1 and whole class work in an infant class. We are looking for someone caring, kind, with an understanding of SEND needs including Autism and ADHD. The ideal candidate should have initiative and experience at supporting pupils with SEND needs.

You will also provide teacher and pupil support to enable pupils to access all areas of the school curriculum and enhance pupil achievement working with infant pupils. You will assist in a range of support activities in relation to individuals’ needs, safeguarding, care, health and wellbeing of the pupils to ensure a safe and secure environment and that every child thrives.

Working hours are as follows:

Monday to Friday - 8.30-12pm

This post will start as soon as possible and will be for the 26/27 academic year. This post may be lengthened depending on need and funding.

Stanton-in-Peak C of E Primary School offers a happy, stimulating and enjoyable school experience helping ALL children become confident, capable and independent learners so they can achieve their full potential. We can offer you an excellent, supportive, friendly team who always have our pupils’ best interests at heart.

Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. If you would like to discuss the post please feel free to contact Alexia Wyer, Headteacher on email a.wyer@peaktorfederation.co.uk

Provisional Interview Date: 19 October 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. 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.

Due to this post having administrative privileges within the Council’s IT systems, and in order to comply with the Public Services Network requirements, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic criminal record 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.