Etwall Primary School

Vacancies

Vacancies - Midday Supervisor

Contract type:  1 day a week permanent, plus additional hours on relief

Position : (1 day + additional shifts where needed)

1.5 hours per week (12 - 1:30pm on a Thursday )

Contract term:

Permanent

The Governors wish to appoint a caring individual to join our team to supervise children during lunchtimes on Thursdays, both in the dining hall and the play areas. We are a happy, caring school with friendly, hardworking children and staff.  Working hours are between 12pm and 1:30pm on a Thursday and relief on other days where required where possible.  

The successful candidate will promote positive behaviour and good behaviour choices. They will encourage active lunchtimes, good manners and help the children to enjoy a positive lunchtime experience and feel secure in their lunchtime environment.

We offer a popular and successful school, which is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We will have 323 children on roll and a high number enjoy school lunches.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01283 732301. The post is to commence as soon as possible after appointment. 

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, candidates will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

Please note that we will also conduct online and social media searches on candidates who are short-listed for the position in line with safer recruitment procedures. 

Please return the application form below to: info@etwall.derbyshire.sch.uk 

EPS MDS Job Description Jan 2025.docxEPS MDS Person Specification Jan 2025.docxshortened-application-form (1).docMidday advert 2026.pdf

Etwall Primary School – Main Scale KS1/KS2 Teacher

Permanent Position Available

Temporary (1 Year ) Position also available

Are you an excellent teacher who strives to be the very best you can be each day? Do you bring enthusiasm, hard work, and a genuine love of learning into the classroom? If so, we would be delighted to hear from you.

We are a welcoming, ambitious school with strong relationships at the heart of all we do. We are looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring Main Scale Teacher in KS1 or KS2 to join our friendly team. Whether you are just starting your career or bring valuable experience as you move towards the Upper Pay Scale, we welcome applicants who recognise the demands of teaching and who are ready to work with determination and resilience to meet them.

You will deliver an engaging, well‑planned curriculum, create a positive and supportive classroom environment, build strong relationships with pupils and families, and use assessment effectively to ensure every child achieves their potential. From ECT Year 2 onwards, subject leadership is also an important aspect of the role.

We offer a supportive team, a positive school culture, and a thriving school where your contribution is highly valued.

This post is being advertised as a permanent position. However, we also anticipate that a temporary teaching position for one year is likely to become available. If you wish to be considered only for the permanent post, please make this clear on your application.

Visits are strongly encouraged—please email sarah.bentley@etwall.derbyshire.sch.uk  to arrange an appointment. Please note that online checks will be completed for shortlisted candidates prior to interview. 

Closing Date: Wednesday 25th March

Interview Date: Monday 13th and/or Tuesday 14th April

Etwall Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and relevant safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check.  Online checks will be completed for those that are shortlisted for the position. 

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. 

Please see the attached application form. teacher-application-form (1).docJob Description - Main Scale Teacher.docPerson Specification -Main Scale Qualified Teacher.docx

Teaching Assistant - Grade 7 - Term-Time Only

Dates:   Apply by 4pm Sunday 8 March.

Shortlisting will take place on Monday 9 March

Interviews are likely to take place on Thursday 12 March 2026

Starting Date – Week Beginning Monday 13 April 2026

Contract type:

Fixed term to July 2026 with a view to becoming permanent as additional funding is expected within the summer term.

Contract term:  26hrs over 4 days a week

Etwall Primary School is looking for a caring, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. We welcome applications from candidates qualified to at least NVQ Level 3, who have a genuine passion for helping children thrive across the whole primary age range.

Our school is a happy, welcoming place with wonderful children who love to learn and a staff team who support one another every step of the way. We set high expectations for ourselves and our pupils, and we work together to ensure every child feels valued, confident and ready to succeed.

The role is varied and rewarding, and is likely to include:

  • 1:1 support for individual pupils
  • Small‑group intervention work
  • Whole‑class support alongside the class teacher
  • Lunchtime SEND duties
  • Supporting ‘soft starts’ for a small number of pupils

This post is 26 hours per week, worked over four days. Working days are likely to be Tuesday to Friday, with final confirmation given on or shortly after appointment.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Inspires and encourages children to be their best
  • Builds positive, nurturing relationships
  • Has strong learning‑support and behaviour‑support skills
  • Brings enthusiasm, patience and a team‑focused attitude

In return, we offer:

  • A warm, caring school community
  • Fabulous children who are an absolute joy to work with
  • A supportive team who will make you feel part of Etwall Primary from day one

If you would love to make a difference and help our children shine, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Etwall Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and relevant safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check with barring, and a childcare disqualification check. 

Online/social media checks will also be carried out in line with KCSIE 2025 for candidates shortlisted for interview.

General Application Form_Nov 2018.docJob Description 26hrs February 2026.docxPerson spec Gr7 Teaching Assistant 2026.docx

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