Learning Coach

Teaching Vacancies; Preston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Preston is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support to pupils. The ideal candidate will have a NVQ Level 2 qualification, experience with children in a school setting, and be a committed team player. The role involves supporting learning, contributing to lesson planning, and fostering relationships within the school community. A commitment to safeguarding is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school setting.
• Working knowledge of the National Curriculum.
• Ability to work one-to-one, in small groups, and with whole classes.
• Contribute effectively to teachers’ planning and lesson preparation.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils to enhance their learning.
• Help create an outstanding learning environment.
• Develop relationships within the school community.

Skills

Team player

Organisational skills

Technical skills

Ability to support learning and teaching

Relationship building

Education

NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re seeking a dedicated individual to provide tailored support to our pupils. You will be committed to making a positive difference in young people’s lives and supporting their learning. Your intervention will help create an outstanding learning environment, providing the support they need to succeed.

The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and technical skills. You will have the ability to effectively support learning and teaching, and to develop relationships across our school and the Star community.

You will have:

• A NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working with children in a school setting.
• Working knowledge of the National Curriculum.
• The ability to work one-to-one, in small groups, and with whole classes.
• The ability to contribute effectively to teachers’ planning and lesson preparation.

What the school offers its staff

About The Olive School, Preston

The Olive School, Preston is a Muslim faith-based primary school for 4 to 11-year-olds, welcoming pupils of all faiths and none. Established in 2016, all Star schools have a leadership specialism. We were rated ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted in June 2019. Our last inspection in December 2024 commended us for maintaining high standards of academic excellence, teaching, character development, and behaviour.

We have an excellent reputation for school life. We offer a knowledge-based curriculum alongside a leadership programme that fosters character and social action. Our educational philosophy is rooted in the belief that every pupil can become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers, and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process adheres to the keeping children safe in education guidance. Employment offers are subject to checks such as DBS clearance, medical checks, social media review, prohibition from teaching, right to work verification, and reference checks. Applicants must disclose any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.