Empowering Teaching Assistant — Inclusive Learning & Growth

Lift Schools; Hockley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Lift Hockley is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils in accessing learning and developing independence in a warm, inclusive environment. You will work closely with teachers, SENDCO and families to deliver targeted interventions and promote positive behaviour and wellbeing.

The role focuses on supporting pupils with SEND, encouraging confidence, and helping meet individual learning needs within lessons.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 or above, or equivalent, or a willingness to work towards the relevant Functional Skills qualifications
• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent, or a willingness to work towards this
• An understanding of how children learn and develop, or a willingness to learn
• Good communication, teamwork and IT skills, or a willingness to develop these
• A patient, calm, resilient and empathetic approach
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality and inclusion

Responsibilities

• Support pupils to access learning, including those with specific SEND needs
• Help pupils develop confidence and independent learning skills
• Deliver targeted individual and small-group interventions
• Support teachers with learning, assessment and monitoring pupils' progress
• Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing and an inclusive learning environment

Skills

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Teamwork

IT skills

Communication

Patience

Empathy

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Lift Hockley is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils in accessing learning and developing independence in a warm, inclusive environment. You will work closely with teachers, SENDCO and families to deliver targeted interventions and promote positive behaviour and wellbeing.

The role focuses on supporting pupils with SEND, encouraging confidence, and helping meet individual learning needs within lessons.