Level 1 Teaching Assistant

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Tapestry Learning Partnership is seeking a caring Level 1 Teaching Assistant for Laceyfields Academy to support pupils with additional needs and provide personal care and wellbeing assistance throughout the school day. You will work closely with teachers and SEN teams to promote independence, inclusion and safeguarding, helping pupils access learning with dignity while maintaining safety.

This role forms part of a supportive network aimed at shaping a nurturing environment for early years

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Ability to provide personal care with dignity and respect.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Support with personal care, mobility, and emotional regulation.
• Assist with daily routines and access to learning.

Skills

Personal care

SEN support

Safeguarding

Job description

Closing date: 07 September 2026

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 Level 1 to play a vital role in supporting this vision at Laceyfields Academy.

About The Role

The ideal candidate will provide dedicated personal care and wellbeing support to pupils with additional needs, ensuring their safety, comfort and dignity throughout the school day. Responsibilities include supporting with personal hygiene, mobility, medical and physical needs, and emotional regulation, enabling pupils to access learning and daily routines. The role requires close collaboration with teaching staff, SEN teams and external professionals, and a strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and promoting pupils’ independence.

Who We’re Looking For

Laceyfields Academy is seeking a caring and committed Level 1 Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs. The role includes providing personal care, supporting physical and emotional wellbeing, and helping pupils access learning safely and with dignity. Working closely with teaching and SEN staff, the Level 1 Teaching Assistant will play a key role in promoting independence, inclusion and safeguarding within a supportive school environment.

About Laceyfields Academy

Laceyfields Academy is an inclusive and welcoming infant and nursery school where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. The school prides itself on providing a safe, supportive environment alongside a broad and engaging curriculum. Staff work collaboratively to deliver high-quality teaching while promoting pupils’ confidence, wellbeing, and independence. Strong relationships with families and the wider community help ensure that all pupils are well supported both academically and personally.

Why Join Tapestry?

• 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 preemployment checks.

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).

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 0115 9322920.

Further details about our school can be found on our website: Tapestry Learning Partnership

Provisional Interview Date: 16 September 2026