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Teaching Assistant

St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Matlock

Salary
£20,339–£21,328 a year (actual)
Applications close
15 Nov 2026

Job details

Salary
£20,339–£21,328 a year (actual)Advert says: £20,339.00 - £21,328.00 Annually (Actual) Band 3 , SCP 6-9
Location
Matlock
Working pattern
Part time
Applications close
15 Nov 2026

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About the role

Are you passionate about supporting children to overcome barriers, build confidence and achieve their full potential? Do you believe that every child deserves to feel safe, valued and successful? If so, we would love to hear from you. We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our committed team. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and school leaders to support high-quality teaching and learning across the school, helping all pupils to achieve their full potential. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual who is passionate about education, inclusion and making a positive difference to children's lives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver small group learning activities for individuals, groups and whole classes.
  • Can deliver pastoral support work to promote pupil wellbeing, attendance and behaviour.
  • Work collaboratively with teachers to adapt learning to meet the needs of all pupils.
  • Support pupils with SEND, disadvantaged pupils and those requiring additional intervention.
  • Deliver targeted intervention programmes to accelerate pupil progress.
  • Promote positive behaviour and maintain a safe, supportive learning environment.
  • Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents and external agencies.
  • Support the wider life of the school through clubs, trips and events where appropriate.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

  • Has teaching assistant experience.
  • Has strong literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
  • Can motivate, inspire and engage children in their learning.
  • Demonstrates excellent behaviour management skills.
  • Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
  • Works effectively as part of a team and shows initiative when working independently.
  • Promote a culture of inclusion, belonging and high expectations.
  • Support vulnerable pupils and help ensure safeguarding remains at the heart of school life.

Why Join Us? In return, you will join a supportive and caring school community where your contribution will be highly valued. This is a role where you will see the impact of your work every day, helping children develop the confidence, resilience and support they need to succeed. Join us and help ensure every child has the opportunity to flourish.

About St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Employer name
St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Employer type
Academy (sponsor led)
Address
Chesterfield Road, Matlock, DE4 3FT
Phase
Primary

Part of a trust

Part of ST RALPH SHERWIN CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST

St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy is part of ST RALPH SHERWIN CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST. Learn more about the trust and what it's like to work there.

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Location

Chesterfield Road, Matlock, DE4 3FT

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Where this vacancy came from

Job reference
teaching-assistant-b6c1d0af-28d4-4e5f-8859-09f674fb205f
Original source
Teaching Vacancies (Department for Education)
Employer type
School
Posted by the original source
14 Oct 2026
Last checked by SchoolJobs
7 Nov 2026

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