Teaching and Learning Assistant

Ladycross Infant School is a large, happy school in Sandiacre. The pupils, staff and Governors are looking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic, fun, hardworking and motivated teaching assistant to join our friendly, experienced and dedicated team. Initially the post will be in Nursery. The post is full time, starting at 8.45am and finishing at 3.30pm 5 days per week. There will 30 minute lunch break. This is a temporary position, starting from 2nd November 2026. This is a grade 6 position.

If you are interested in the position, we are keen to hear from you!

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for education and inspires pupils.
• Is, or has the potential to be, an excellent teaching assistant with experience of teaching small groups.
• Has knowledge of the EYFS curriculum, including assessment procedures and is able to support the children to achieve their best.
• Is warm and friendly and develops excellent relationships with parents and carers.
• Has a sense of humour and is fun, fully embracing all aspects of school life.
• Worked with children with Autism, ADHD, Non-Verbal and Complex Needs
• Will embrace our school ethos and add to our brilliant team.

We can offer:

• An experienced, friendly and supportive staff team.
• Well behaved pupils who enjoy being at school.
• A school that values the social and emotional development of children.
• An inclusive school that embraces the wider curriculum and outdoor learning.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our children and the wider community.

Please visit our website: www. http://ladycross-school.co.uk/ for information about our school and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us (0115 9397379) to discuss the role further with our Headteacher Mrs Kathryn McKinley.

Provisional Interview Date: 16 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.