Derbyshire County Council
Teaching Assistant Level 2
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Teaching Assistant Level 2
Teaching Assistant – Hardwick Primary School
Closing date: 20 July 2026
⚠️ IMPORTANT: PLEASE DO NOT APPLY VIA THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE. Please proceed via the details below.
About the Role
Hardwick Primary School is seeking enthusiastic and committed teaching assistants with the expertise, skills, and passion to enrich the lives of children in our vibrant community—including those in Early Years.
Available Positions:
- 1x Permanent position
- 1x Temporary position (1-yearcontract)
This is a chance to make a meaningful impact, driving learning development within our school community.
Why Hardwick Primary?
Hardwick Primary provides an inspiring modern learning environment shaped by a friendly, energetic, and supportive team. Our pupils are at the heart of everything we do, and we continuously strive to improve, maintaining our Outstanding Ofsted rating.
Our values of CARE – Collaboration, Ambition, Respect, Enthusiasm define our daily interactions and drive our collective ambition to create an exceptional school experience.
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Key Responsibilities
We are searching for a creative, experienced, and driven teaching assistant who can:
- Set high expectations to deliver engaging and effective learning experiences.
- Bring an innovative, exciting approach to teaching and learning.
- Reflect on their practice and the practice of colleagues, actively seeking improvement.
- Take ownership in developing, delivering, and enriching our curriculum.
- Play an active part in fostering a positive, well-organised school culture—supporting staff and enhancing student outcomes.
What You’ll Gain
The right candidate will thrive in an environment that rewards: ✅ Collaborating with children to create a fun and positive educational experience. ✅ A close-knit, supportive team that values professional growth and mentorship. ✅ State-of-the-art facilities in our brand-new (PFI) school building. ✅ Investments in your professional development, offering opportunities for skill advancement.
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Requirements & Process
Pre-employment checks will include:
- Enhanced DBS clearance
How to Apply
- Complete the "Support Staff Application Form" (specifying whether you’re applying for the Permanent or Temporary role)
- Include the "Monitoring Form" with your submission.
- Submit both forms via email to: admin@hardwick.derby.sch.uk
Urgent Note: Applications are accepted at all times and may close early if the positions are filled.
Interviews & Visits
- Interviews: Week commencing 20 July 2026
- Site Visit Requests: Applicants may arrange visits to meet the team. Kindly contact or email the school office to schedule an appointment.
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