Connex - East Midlands
School: John King Infant Academy
Teaching Assistant
Location: Pinxton, Derbyshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full Time | Long-Term
Salary: Competitive – PAYE
Help Children Make the Best Possible Start to School Life
Connex Education is recruiting a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a friendly infant school.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where early reading, communication and confidence-building are central to everyday learning. You’ll join a supportive staff team committed to helping every child flourish.
School Snapshot
- Welcoming infant school
- Strong phonics and early reading focus
- Friendly leadership team
- Positive relationships with families
- Inclusive learning environment
Getting Here
Located in Pinxton, the school is easily accessible from Alfreton, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Mansfield and Junction 28 of the M1.
Candidate Requirements
- Experience working with Early Years or KS1 children
- Positive and patient approach
- Strong communication skills
- Team player
- Passion for supporting young learners
Connex Education Can Offer
- Weekly PAYE pay
- FREE Academize CPD
- Dedicated consultant
- Long-term opportunities
Connex Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
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.