Teaching Assistant

The Progress Group; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A national education organization is looking for a passionate Teaching Assistant to engage learners and support their emotional needs. The ideal candidate will have GCSEs in Maths and English, with experience in educational settings. This role offers numerous wellbeing benefits, professional development opportunities, and a strong commitment to diversity. Join us in redefining education and make a positive impact on students' lives!

Benefits

Discounted gym memberships

Free wellbeing app

Generous holidays

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Death in Service Insurance

Access to Medicash for health costs

Monthly, quarterly, and annual recognition awards

Referral Bonus of £500

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Qualifications

• Ability to engage learners and support their ambitions.
• Passionate about making a positive impact on students’ lives.
• Have an understanding of alternative provision and dealing with students with special needs.
• Working within an education setting or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support learners in achieving their ambitions.
• Provide emotional support to students.
• Communicate professionally with students and staff.
• Promote equality, diversity, safeguarding, and wellbeing.

Skills

Engagement Skills

Emotional Support

Professional Communication

Promotion of Values

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English C or 4 grade and above (or equivalent)

Job description

Join us as a Teaching Assistant : Empower Futures!

Do you want to work for a company where wellbeing is more than a word, it's a commitment? Somewhere where the person matters as much as the professional?

Well at Progress Schools, that's just the approach we take.

Our top‑notch benefits go beyond the basics – enjoy access to discounted gym memberships, a free wellbeing app jampacked with fitness, yoga and mindfulness resources, and dedicated counselling support. We do everything we can to reduce the amount of surplus admin because we know your passion is with pupils, not paperwork.

Your work‑life balance matters. That’s why we offer generous holidays, additional leave for foster carers and flexibility wherever possible.

When you thrive, so do our students – we invest in your personal and professional growth as much as we do the young people who attend our schools.

But that’s not all, we also offer…

Professional Development

Support for professional qualifications, in‑house training, including paid qualifications. Last year we invested approximately £3.5k per colleague!

Financial Security

Death in Service Insurance providing four times your salary.

Family‑Friendly Policies

Enhanced maternity / paternity leave.

Health and Wellbeing Cashback

Access to Medicash for you and your dependants, covering the costs of eye tests, optical, dental, prescriptions, and holistic treatments up to £900 annually.

Recognition Awards

Monthly, quarterly, and annual recognition awards.

Referral Bonus

£500 for referring top talent.

Exclusive Discounts

MiRewards benefits platform, offering loads of discounts and rewards.

Weekly Drop‑ins with Senior Leaders

Connect, clarify, and communicate with weekly drop‑ins with our Managing Director and organisational SLT.

Group Connection

Annual group conference and a comprehensive benefits review.

Who are we looking for from you?

Engagement Skills

Ability to engage learners and support their ambitions.

Emotional Support

Passionate about making a positive impact on students’ lives.

Qualification

GCSEs in Maths and English C or 4 grade and above (or an equivalent).

Knowledge

Have an understanding of alternative provision and dealing with students with special needs.

Experience

Working within an education setting or equivalent.

Communication

Professional communication with students and staff.

Promotion of Values

Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, safeguarding, wellbeing, and British values.

About the School

Progress Schools is part of The Progress Group, a national group of 13 independent OFSTED‑regulated schools that aspire to innovate, influence, and inspire others through high‑quality and purposeful education and training. The group comprises six business units.

Progress Schools – Thrapston

We support approximately 35 pupils on roll to ensure ample opportunities for children who need a nurturing, encouraging and supportive environment, specifically for those who will reintegrate back into a mainstream setting. The school consists of a core team of the Head of School, Deputy Head of School, five teachers, and five support staff. Further support is also provided by regional and national staff, who work with a number of schools across our group.

How to Apply

Ready to be a part of our journey? Submit your application with a brief note about your training philosophy by clicking APPLY. If you have any further queries, please get in touch with our friendly recruitment team by emailing.

Let's redefine education together!

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Diversity and Inclusion Statement

The Progress Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information, or parental status. All employment decisions are based on merit, job requirements, and business needs.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices. For details of our commitment to safer recruitment please visit our website for further information.

Note

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.