Level 1 Teaching Assistant at Morton Primary Academy

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/MPA/16572

Location

Main Road, Morton, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 6HH

Contract Type

Temporary/Fixed Term/Term Time Only

Contract Term

Part-Time/Full-Time

Salary

£10,109.00 - £10,425.00 Annually (Actual)

Hours Per Week

17.5

Weeks Per Year

Fixed Term End Date

Tue 31st Aug, 2027

Closing Date

8:00am, Wed 15th Jul, 2026

Start Date

September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

17 July 2026

Interview Date(s) 17 July 2026

About this 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

Morton Primary 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.

Why Us?

You’ll be joining us at a very exciting time. In January 2026, two strong Trusts, QEGSMAT and Djanogly Learning Trust, came together to form Tapestry Learning Partnership. This new chapter brings incredible opportunities for collaboration and growth. Tapestry’s vision is for every child to succeed and flourish by providing an exceptional educational experience.

We believe in the power of education to transform lives and are proud of our strong sense of community, our commitment to inclusion, and our culture of high expectations. As part of Tapestry Learning Partnership, you’ll benefit from:

• A supportive network of like-minded professionals who share a clear vision and values.

• High-quality, ongoing professional development for you and your team.

• A passionate, committed wider team focused on:

• Achieving the highest academic outcomes for all pupils.

• Driving social change through education.

• Providing exceptional pastoral care and enrichment opportunities.

• Bespoke support from the Trust’s central team, tailored to your school’s needs.

• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact in a school that is excited about its future.

For further information, please see the attached candidate pack. Visits to the academy are encouraged! If you wish to arrange a visit, discover more about this exciting opportunity, need any further information or you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact us to arrange a convenient date.

For further details about the Academy and Tapestry Learning Partnership, please view our careers pages on MyNewTerm.