Connex - East Midlands
Connex Education are recruiting for the following exciting opportunity:
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Alfreton
Start Date: September 2026
Duration: Long-term
Salary: Competitive – details provided upon application
Do any of the following statements apply to you?
• Are you passionate about helping children develop a love of reading from an early age?
• Do you enjoy supporting phonics, communication and language development?
• Would you like to work in a caring infant school where every child is encouraged to flourish?
This welcoming infant school provides children with an excellent start to their education through engaging learning experiences and a nurturing approach. Staff work closely together to ensure pupils feel happy, confident and supported as they develop essential early learning skills.
Situated within a friendly community, the school enjoys excellent transport links and is easily accessible from surrounding towns across Nottinghamshire. Its convenient location makes it ideal for candidates looking for a rewarding role without a lengthy commute.
Vacancy Details
• Experience working with young children desirable
• Knowledge of phonics is advantageous
• Positive, caring and patient approach
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Commitment to safeguarding
What We Can Offer
• A welcoming and supportive staff team
• Opportunities to gain EYFS and KS1 experience
• Well-resourced learning environments
• Ongoing CPD opportunities
• Friendly leadership team
What Connex Education Can Offer
• Competitive weekly PAYE pay
• FREE Academize CPD
• Dedicated consultant support
• Long-term career opportunities
How to Apply
If you’d like to play an important role in supporting young learners, we’d love to hear from you.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.