Teaching Assistant

Lift Schools; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift Trinity in London is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to support pupils in accessing the curriculum and building confidence.

You will work closely with teachers to deliver high-quality lessons, support progress for all learners, including those with SEND, and help create an inclusive classroom where every pupil can thrive. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to develop skills in a busy London school.

Qualifications

• L2 maths and English (GCSE 4+ or equivalent) or willingness to work toward qualifications.
• Basic understanding of child development and eagerness to learn.
• Clear communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, empathetic and calm approach with pupils.
• Collaborative mindset and openness to feedback.
• Resilience when facing challenges in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils to understand lesson content and achieve learning goals, including SEND.
• Help pupils build independent learning skills and manage their own learning.
• Assist teachers to plan lessons, guide small-group interventions and assess progress.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and apply behaviour policy consistently.
• Support social, emotional and mental health wellbeing of pupils.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCO and parents to help each pupil succeed.

Skills

L2 Maths & English

Child development basics

Communication skills

Patience & empathy

Collaborative attitude

Resilience

Education

L2 qualifications in Maths & English

Job description

We're looking for a talented teaching assistant to join our team at Lift Trinity. This is a fantastic chance to help our pupils access the curriculum, grow in confidence, and achieve their full potential.

In this role, you'll work closely with teachers to support learning and help create a positive, inclusive classroom where every child can thrive. You'll build trusted relationships with pupils, support their academic progress, and help them develop the independence and self-esteem they need to succeed.

Key responsibilities

You Will

• support pupils to understand lesson content and achieve learning goals, including those with SEND needs;
• help pupils build independent learning skills and manage their own learning;
• work with teachers to plan high-quality lessons, guide small group interventions, and assess pupils' progress;
• build positive relationships with pupils and apply our behaviour policy consistently;
• support the social, emotional and mental health wellbeing of all pupils; and
• collaborate with teachers, pastoral staff, the SENCO and parents to help every pupil succeed.

What we're looking for

You’ll Bring

• L2 qualifications in maths and English (GCSE grade 4+ or equivalent), or willingness to work towards functional skills qualifications;
• a basic understanding of child development, or eagerness to learn;
• good communication and interpersonal skills;
• patience, empathy and a calm approach when working with pupils;
• a collaborative, reflective attitude and openness to feedback; and
• resilience when faced with challenging situations.