Teaching and Learning Assistant KS1

Redhill Academy Trust; East Midlands; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Personalised appraisal

Recognition of achievements

Supportive teams

Job summary

Redhill Academy Trust is appointing a KS1 Teaching and Learning Assistant for Hunloke Park Primary School. The role focuses on supporting Early Years education, promoting learning, development and wellbeing according to EYFS, and working with staff, families, and children. The position is casual and tied to school needs on site.

The applicant should have Level 3 TA status, EYFS experience, and safeguarding training, with a commitment to inclusive practice and teamwork. DBS checks are required.

Qualifications

• Experience with young children in an early years setting.
• SEN experience and safeguarding commitment.
• Understanding of EYFS framework and child development.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support high-quality Early Years education by working with the EYFS team.
• Create a nurturing environment that supports learning, development and wellbeing.
• Provide targeted support for children with additional needs under SENCO guidance.
• Follow school procedures and contribute to safeguarding and welfare.

Skills

Early years experience

SEN experience

EYFS knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 TA qualification

Level 2 English qualification

Paediatric First Aid

Job description

KS1 Teaching and Learning Assistant - Hunloke Park Primary School

Redhill Academy Trust pay scale Band 7, SCP 32

Actual salary: £15.94 per hour

Casual Post

Required from 2nd November 2026

Hunloke Park Primary School are looking to appoint an Early Years Teaching Assistant that is caring, enthusiastic, and committed, to join our Early Years team from 2nd November 2026.

About you…

To be successful in this role you will have experience working with young children and in an early years primary setting, along with SEN experience. You will also have an understanding of the EYFS framework and child development, and the ability to build positive relationships with children, staff, and families, and strong communication and teamwork skills.

We are looking for someone who is warm and patient, with a nurturing approach, has commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare, will support the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences across all EYFS areas of learning, support children with personal care needs when required, maintaining dignity and respect, contribute to creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere for children and families, communicate professionally with parents and carers when appropriate, following school procedures and provide targeted support for children with additional needs, following individual plans and guidance from the SENCO.

Level 3 Teaching and Learning Qualification, which is UK approved as full and relevant by the Department for Education

(Check an early years qualification - GOV.UK)

Suitable Level 2 Qualification in English or equivalent

Experience supporting children with SEND.

Paediatric First Aid training.

Knowledge of behaviour-support strategies and early intervention approaches.

Safer Eating and Safer Sleep training.

DFE Early Years and child development training

• Supportive teams and professional networks
• High-quality CPD through the Redhill Teaching Hub
• Personalised appraisal via our ‘My Contribution’ scheme
• Recognition and celebration of your achievements

Our Trust is a regional leader in teacher training and high-quality professional development, delivered through the DfE designated Redhill Teaching Hub . The Redhill College of Leadership and Development ?offers excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region.

Our mission is simple: Working together to help all our students achieve their best - now and in the future. We’re proud to serve our communities with high-performing academies that transform lives and opportunities. Learn more: Redhill Academy Trust - Mission & Values

As a KS1 Teaching and Learning Assistant you’ll: support high-quality Early Years education by working alongside the Early Years team and wider school to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can thrive. The role focuses on promoting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

For further details regarding this post please contact the school office at [e-mail] or on the Academy number 01246 276831.

Redhill Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS and child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.

School Name: Hunloke Park Primary School