St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant at St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy, based in Matlock, East Midlands. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Matlock, East Midlands
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
Reference 38fc085ad0597fcdd460f2aa8e00135516e26d1d
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.
- 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.
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.Reference: 38fc085ad0597fcdd460f2aa8e00135516e26d1d · Posted 9 hours ago · Closes 15 Nov 2026 · Listed via St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy
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