Teaching Assistant

Lift Schools; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Lift St Helen's seeks a part-time Teaching Assistant to support learning for pupils aged 3–11, across 26 hours over 4 days. You will work closely with teachers to help students access content, develop independence and achieve goals, including those with SEND. A flexible, proactive approach and genuine passion for primary education are essential.

The role offers collaborative professional development and the chance to positively impact children’s education within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or currently working towards it).
• GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade 4 or above).
• Experience supporting children in an education setting.
• Knowledge of strategies to support pupils with SEND (Special Educational Needs).
• Familiarity with phonics programmes such as Read Write Inc.
• Understanding of child development and how children learn.
• Positive behaviour management experience.
• UK right to work - sponsorship for this position is not available.

Responsibilities

• Support students to access lesson content and achieve learning goals, including SEND pupils.
• Plan engaging lessons with teachers and assess student progress.
• Help students develop independent learning skills and manage their own progress.
• Work with small groups or individuals on targeted learning activities.
• Create positive relationships with students and support wellbeing and personal development.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents and carers to help each student succeed.
• Be flexible to support in all areas of the school as needed.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Patience

Calm under pressure

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Are you passionate about helping young people learn and grow? Lift St Helen's is looking for an part time Teaching Assistant to joinour team and make a real difference in our children's lives every day. This position is 26 hours per week over 4 days. If you have experienceworking with children, could this be the start of something special for you?

About the role

You'll play an important part in helping students learn and achieve their goals. Working closely with teachers, you'll support students with different needs, including those with SEND, and help create a positive learning space where everyone can thrive. You'll also build trusted relationships with students and guide them towards becoming more independent learners. What impact could you have on a young person's education?

Key responsibilities

• Support students to access lesson content and achieve their learning goals, including those with specific SEND needs
• Work together with teachers to plan engaging lessons and assess how students are progressing
• Help students build independent learning skills and manage their own progress
• Work with small groups or individual students on targeted learning activities
• Create positive relationships with students and support their wellbeing and personal development
• Work with teachers, parents and carers to help every student succeed
• Be flexible to support in all areas of the school as and when needed

We are looking for someone who has

Good communication skills, empathy, patience and the ability to stay calm in challenging situations will help you succeed. A flexible, proactive approach and a genuine passion for primary education.

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or currently working towards it)
• GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade 4 or above)
• Experience supporting children
• Knowledge of strategies to support pupils with SEND
• Familiarity with phonics programmes such as Read Write Inc
• Understanding of child development and how children learn
• Positive behaviour management experience
• UK right to work - we are unable offer sponsorship for this position

About the School

Rated Good by Ofsted in January 2024, St Helen's provides high-quality education from ages 3 to 11, with approximately 207 pupils on roll. We're proud of our inclusive ethos, nurturing strong relationships with children and families to help each pupil thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high-quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work.

Discoverhow we'll support you to thrive, develop and grow your career in the way that's right for you: How we support you

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