Teaching Assistant

L1 Teaching Assistant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a teaching assistant within our EYFS team. We are looking for a fantastic new TA to support our children on their inquisitive and creative learning journey.

L.E.A.D. Academy Trust consists of 27 academies across Nottingham, Sheffield, Derby, Lincoln and Leicester and is recognised by Ofsted as a leading academy sponsor. Our academies are encouraged to lead and manage in a way that preserves their individual identity and responds to the specific needs of their young people and community.

This role represents an exciting opportunity to be part of something special, developing and supporting our Trust in improving education outcomes for children and young people. In the attached candidate pack you will find further information about the role and its responsibilities.

Edna G. Olds Academy

The Headteacher and Governors at Edna G. Olds Academy are seeking to appoint an outstanding, highly motivated and enthusiastic teaching assistant to work within our EYFS team.

Edna G. Olds Academy is a member of the L.E.A.D. Academy Trust which is made up of a dynamic group of schools, whose vision is to provide the highest quality education through outstanding leadership. The Trust’s emphasis on collaboration along with high quality coaching and training ensures that we continuously strive to promote outstanding practice in all our schools. The children at Edna G. Olds are fantastic, we have excellent relationships with parents and the community, and benefit from very supportive governors and a strong staff team working across the school. As an Edna G. Olds practitioner you will teach amazing children and help further their education. We pride ourselves on our high academic performance and really value creativity across the curriculum.

Job details:

Contract type: Fixed term until August 2027

Salary pay scale and range: Main pay scale

Working hours: 37

Location: Edna G. Olds Academy, Church Street, Lenton, Nottingham NG7 1SJ

Benefits of working at L.E.A.D.

·        Competitive salary

·        Generous pension scheme

·        Continuing professional development

·        Access to physio services, occupational health and eye care schemes

·        Employee assistance programme including free, confidential counselling services

Please see our Trust website for more information

We are looking for an outstanding candidate who can:

·        work with children and support them in their learning;

·        ensure the wellbeing and safeguarding of all children;

·        plan and organise the delivery of learning activities;

·        comply with the school’s and Ofsted’s Health and Safety guidelines, equal opportunities policy and the school’s values;

·        report and manage any child protection issues in liaison with the Headteacher or DSL;

·        is positive in their approach to their work and all members of the school community;

·        has the skills to work as part of the school team;

·        is dedicated to supporting every child to achieve their very best;

·        wants to develop their own skills.

We highly recommend visits to our school. To arrange an appointment, to have an informal discussion, or request a candidate pack please contact the Headteacher Hannah Crotty via email admin@ednagoldsacademy.co.uk or Telephone: 0115 915 6813  

Closing Date:         9am 13^th April 2026                                      Interviews: April 15^th 2026

Start Date:           TBC

L.E.A.D. Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.