Term-Time Learning Support Assistant – Inspire Students

East Midlands Education Trust; Wirksworth CP; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cyclescheme

Job summary

East Midlands Education Trust is seeking a Teaching & Learning Assistant for Highfields School in Matlock, Derbyshire. You will support learning, assist pupils with diverse needs, and work closely with teachers to raise attainment.

The role is part-time (32.5 hours per week), term-time only (39 weeks), starting September 2026. Applicants should be motivated, patient, and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with young people.
• The ability to inspire and motivate students and colleagues to achieve their best.
• Highly effective interpersonal, communication skills.
• A commitment to professional development.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning within the learning support department.
• Assist students with additional needs to reach their full potential.
• Maintain safeguarding standards and promote welfare of children.
• Collaborate with teachers to raise standards of teaching and learning.

Skills

Experience with young people

Inspire and motivate students

Interpersonal communication

Professional development

Safeguarding welfare commitment

Education

N/A

Job description

East Midlands Education Trust is seeking a Teaching & Learning Assistant for Highfields School in Matlock, Derbyshire. You will support learning, assist pupils with diverse needs, and work closely with teachers to raise attainment.

The role is part-time (32.5 hours per week), term-time only (39 weeks), starting September 2026. Applicants should be motivated, patient, and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.