Teaching Assistant

Hillocks Primary Academy; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension scheme (LGPS)

Generous annual leave

Comprehensive CPD

Employee assistance programme

Healthcare support

Travel between Trust sites

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Hillocks Primary Academy in Sutton-in-Ashfield is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive school environment.

You will work with the inclusion team to plan and deliver activities, monitor progress and provide feedback to teachers, helping pupils feel safe, supported and capable of achieving their best.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent).
• Good literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
• Recent experience working with young people, including those with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral support to promote pupils’ holistic development.
• Support pupils with SEND and help remove barriers to learning.
• Assist with planning and delivering learning activities.
• Record and monitor pupils' progress and provide regular feedback to teachers.
• Help maintain an orderly, engaging and inclusive classroom environment.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents/carers.
• Support with exam arrangements, transitions, and extra-curricular activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and model restorative practice.
• Take part in training and continuous professional development.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all young people in line with Trust policies.

Skills

Pastoral support

SEND support

Teamwork

Communication

Digital literacy

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Experience with children

Tools

ICT tools

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils’ holistic development and help remove barriers to learning, ensuring every child has the chance to thrive.

Why join Hillocks Primary Academy as Teaching Assistant?

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the inclusion team and teaching staff to provide tailored support for pupils, including those with special educational needs. You will help create a purposeful, inclusive and positive learning environment, ensuring pupils feel safe, supported and able to succeed.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about improving outcomes for young people and committed to inclusion, equality of opportunity and safeguarding.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide pastoral support to promote pupils’ holistic development.
• Support pupils with SEND and help remove barriers to learning.
• Assist with planning and delivering learning activities.
• Record and monitor pupils' progress and provide regular feedback to teachers.
• Help maintain an orderly, engaging and inclusive classroom environment.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents/carers.
• Support with exam arrangements, transitions, and extra-curricular activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and model restorative practice.
• Take part in training and continuous professional development.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all young people in line with Trust policies.

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent).
• Good literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
• Recent experience working with young people, including those with SEND.
• Ability to build positive relationships and work effectively as part of a team.
• Empathy, patience and flexibility.
• Confident using technology to support learning.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience supporting pupils’ literacy, numeracy and social development.
• Experience of working in Key Stage 2
• Understanding of strategies to improve pupil progress and engagement.
• ICT qualifications such as ECDL.
• Ability to travel across Trust sites when required.

Why join Hillocks Primary Academy?

We are a primary academy for pupils aged 3-11 years based in Sutton-in-Ashfield with over 290 pupils.

Our academy has a caring and supportive staff team who believe in every child. The future for all children and families who attend Hillocks Primary Academy is bright, and we know that when we work together, we can ensure our children achieve their very best.

We would very much recommend and welcome you for a visit so you can meet us and understand our community - please contact Karen Weldon to arrange, or for further information.

Our employee benefits

At Diverse Academies, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential.

In return you will benefit from:

• Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of at least 21.8%
• Operational support holidays of 28, 32, or 35 days + 8 bank holidays (dependent on grade of role, full-time equivalent)
• Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities covering technical, leadership and coaching skills via the trust’s Diverse Association for Professional Learning
• Employee Assistance Programme
• GP helpline
• Health and wellbeing advice and support
• Eyecare vouchers
• Salary sacrifice schemes - car scheme, cycle to work, home and electronics
• Lifestyle savings - discounts and offers on gym memberships, holidays, days out, shopping, restaurants, etc
• Health cash plan (personal or family) - where you pay monthly and can claim money back on private treatments such as dental, optical and therapies (e.g. physiotherapy, osteopathy etc)
• Childcare - breakfast and after school provision
• Take a look at our rewards and benefits online

Closing date: 30th November 2026

Interview date: 14th or 15th December 2026

Start date: January 2027

If you have any initial questions or would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Karen Weldon

About Diverse Academies Trust

Diverse Academies is a multi-academy trust with a vision to inspire, to raise aspirations and to create brighter tomorrows. Across primary, secondary and special settings, we share a common mission to nurture curiosity, develop wellbeing and empower children and young people to go beyond their aspirations. Together, we believe we can make a difference in our diverse communities, and in the lives of those who learn with us and work with us.

We empower. We respect. We care.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our care. We expect everybody volunteering for the organisation to share this commitment. Any offer will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances. View our safeguarding and child protection policy.