Derbyshire County Council
Level 1 Teaching Assistant
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Closing date: 06 September 2026
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At Tapestry Learning Partnership, we believe in the power of education to change lives. Formed in January 2026 through the merger of two strong trusts, QEGSMAT and Djanogly Learning Trust, we are building a future where every child succeeds and flourishes. Now, we are looking for a passionate and committed Teaching Assistant Level 1 to play a vital role in supporting this vision at Djanogly Sherwood Academy.
About The Role
The ideal candidate will provide dedicated personal care and wellbeing support to pupils with additional needs, ensuring their safety, comfort, and dignity throughout the school day. Responsibilities include supporting with personal hygiene, mobility, medical and physical needs, and emotional regulation, enabling pupils to access learning and daily routines. The role requires close collaboration with teaching staff, SEN teams, and external professionals, and a strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and promoting pupils’ independence.
Who We’re Looking For
Djanogly Sherwood Academy is seeking a caring and committed Level 1 Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs. The role includes providing personal care, supporting physical and emotional wellbeing, and helping pupils access learning safely and with dignity. Working closely with teaching and SEN staff, the Level 1 Teaching Assistant will play a key role in promoting independence, inclusion, and safeguarding within a supportive school environment.
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About Djanogly Sherwood Academy
Djanogly Sherwood Academy is a forward-thinking primary school in Nottingham where children are encouraged to aim high and develop a genuine enthusiasm for learning. The school fosters a warm, inclusive culture built on strong relationships, high expectations, and a commitment to every pupil’s success. Staff work collaboratively, support one another, and take pride in creating an environment where both children and professionals can flourish.
Why Join Tapestry Learning Partnership?
As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:
- A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
- High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
- A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work-life balance
- Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing
This is your chance to be part of something special. Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact.
Tapestry Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK.
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Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be found at: [Tapestry Learning Partnership](Tapestry Learning Partnership)
Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their preemployment checks.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands, and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).
If you are interested and wish to have an informal conversation to discuss the role or would like to visit the school, we would be happy to arrange this, please call 0115 942 1301.
Further details about our school can be found on our website: [Home | Djanogly Sherwood Academy](Home | Djanogly Sherwood Academy)
To apply for this position, please visit our careers page via our website: [Tapestry Learning Partnership](Tapestry Learning Partnership)
Interview date: TBC
Start date: ASAP
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