Current Vacancies
Post: Part Time Teaching Assistant Level 3
Grade: Grade E SCP 10
Hours: 21 Hours per week, 39 Weeks Per Year
Tuesday 8.45-4.15
Wednesday 8.45-4.15
Thursday 8.45-4.15
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: 7th September 2026
Come and join our driven, passionate and innovative team, on our incredible journey at our happy and thriving Maintained Nursery School
The governors at Whitecross are seeking to appoint an inspiring Level 3 Teaching Assistant for our friendly school. Whitecross Nursery School is a well-established and popular local authority maintained nursery school for children aged 2 to 4 years. We have a caring, happy and fun dedicated team, committed to providing a stimulating and high quality education in a happy, secure environment where all members of the school community are valued and respected.
We are looking for highly motivated, teaching assistant who may have experience of working in a busy nursery environment.
Qualities we are looking for:
- highly effective, enthusiastic, positive and caring
- experience in working with pupils with a wide range of needs.
- adaptable and flexible
- high expectations for learning and strong behaviour management skills
- knowledge of how to promote independence in a learning environment
- able to assist in adapting the curriculum and lesson plans to suit the needs of the child
- a ‘whatever it takes’ attitude to remove barriers to learning
In return, we can offer you:
- happy, enthusiastic children who are ready to learn
- supportive and friendly staff, parents and governors
- further opportunities for professional development
We are looking to recruit an individual who enjoys working as part of a team, with good communication skills which are key.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged through contacting through the school office on 01332 371876.
All completed applications should be emailed to head@whitecross.derby.sch.uk. Printed off copies can be handed into the school office before the closing date.
How to Apply
To apply for this post please complete a letter explaining your interest in the role along with a Derby City Council Application form, available to download from the school website. Please email applications to Claire FitzPatrick Headteacher head@whitecross.derby.sch.uk
Please see attached –
Job Description
Job specification
DCC Application Form
Closing Date: Monday 29th June
Interview Date: Monday 6th July