Teaching Assistant

Hawthorne Primary and Nursery School; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Adaptability

Wellness

Recognition of achievement

Employee voice and engagement

Professional development and growth

Inclusivity

Collaboration

Job summary

Hawthorne Primary and Nursery School is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our Nursery Unit. You will support our youngest learners, working with the Nursery Teacher and Early Years team to provide a nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

Hours are 8:50am to 11:50am, Monday to Friday (15 hours per week). The post is fixed-term until 31 August 2026 and requires a commitment to safeguarding and well-being of children in our

Responsibilities

• Support pupils during teacher-led activities, encouraging independence and active participation.
• Prepare and maintain a positive and engaging classroom environment, including assisting with displays and resources.
• Promote positive behaviour and support children’s social development during learning and break times.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to support their learning, wellbeing, and personal development.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, support staff, and families to create a nurturing and inclusive environment.
• Maintain confidentiality, uphold safeguarding procedures, and model the school’s values in all interactions.

Job description

About Us:

Hawthorne Primary and Nursery school is a vibrant and inclusive primary school where children are at the centre of everything we do. We are proud of our warm, welcoming ethos and strong sense of community, where every child is supported to achieve their very best.

Our dedicated staff team works collaboratively to create an environment where curiosity is encouraged, individuality is celebrated, and learning is brought to life through a rich, broad, and balanced curriculum. We place high importance on wellbeing, both for our children and our staff, and are committed to nurturing a positive, purposeful culture in which everyone can thrive.

About Flying High:

Flying High Partnership is a thriving multi-academy trust of 38 primary schools across Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Nottingham City, and Nottinghamshire. We are driven by a shared vision to be unique, exceptional, and sustainable. Founded in 2012, we believe in the power of meaningful collaboration to help schools reach their full potential while supporting others along the way.

Our Partnership celebrates individuality, champions continuous improvement, and ensures every child thrives. With a strong focus on school-led professional development and leadership, we’re committed to growing exceptional teachers and inspirational leaders.

Together, we make every day count.

About the Role

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and committed Teaching Assistant to join our Nursery Unit. This role will involve supporting our youngest learners, working closely with the Nursery Teacher and wider Early Years team to provide a nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

Whether you are supporting the whole nursery group, working with small groups, or providing targeted support for children with additional needs, your role will be crucial in helping every child feel safe, happy, and ready to learn. You will play an important part in supporting children's learning, development, independence, and wellbeing during these vital early years.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:50am to 11:50am (15 hours per week)

Contract: Fixed-term until 31 August 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils during teacher-led activities, encouraging independence and active participation.
• Prepare and maintain a positive and engaging classroom environment, including assisting with displays and resources.
• Promote positive behaviour and support children’s social development during learning and break times.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to support their learning, wellbeing, and personal development.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, support staff, and families to create a nurturing and inclusive environment.
• Maintain confidentiality, uphold safeguarding procedures, and model the school’s values in all interactions.

We Can Offer You:

• A commitment to people across our partnership, underpinned by our people principles: adaptability, wellness, recognising achievement, employee voice and engagement, professional development and growth, inclusivity, and collaboration.
• Access to extensive, high-quality CPL at every stage of your career, including opportunities to grow as a leader.
• The opportunity to progress across the partnership, realising your career ambitions.
• Access to an employee assistance programme that offers specialist support, including counselling, financial support, and legal advice.
• A fantastic working environment, with a team that works together for the benefit of the children in our schools.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children every day

Application Details

Flying High Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.