Teaching Assistant Level 1
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Position Overview & Specifications
Directorate: People Services
Hours: 37 hours, term time only
Contract Type: Full time, Permanent
Location: Rosehill Nursery & Infant School
Start Date: 4th September 2023
Rosehill Infant & Nursery School serves a vibrant and diverse community and it is this diversity of cultures, religions and languages that makes our school a special place to be.
The Governors of Rosehill Infant and Nursery School are seeking to appoint a Foundation/KS1 Teaching Assistant, to work alongside the class teachers to provide access to learning for pupils and provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.
Rosehill Infant and Nursery School is fully committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We have rigorous recruitment procedures that are designed to stop unsuitable candidates from being appointed. The post is in regulated activity, and it is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The successful candidate will require enhanced DBS clearance and references will be taken before interview. Rosehill Infant & Nursery School is committed to equality of opportunity in employment and services.
For further information you can find our safer recruitment and child protection policy on our web-site www.rosehillinfants.co.uk
If this sounds like the type of school you would like to work in or you require more information about the post, please contact us to arrange a visit on 01332 229229 or email Helen Kelk, Headteacher head@rosehill.derby.sch.uk
For an Application form and further details, please contact Lisa Hopwell, School Business Manager on 01332 229229 or email lisa.hopwell@rosehill.derby.sch.uk
All employees will normally be appointed to the minimum of the grade for the job. For reasons connected with a particular need of the Council it may be appropriate, subject to approval, to appoint to a higher point in the pay grade.
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The closing date for this vacancy is 4th June 2023 at 9am. Any applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
Interviews will be held on the 7th June 2023.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: National Services & Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Teaching Assistant Level 1 roles across Derby City Council's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to National Services & Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,575 - £21,968 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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