Teaching Assistant

Lift Schools; Hockley; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused school in Hockley is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support the learning and development of pupils. The role is part-time and offers a warm, inclusive environment where you can contribute to a culture of high expectations and strong relationships. This position provides opportunities for professional development and includes additional benefits such as a well-being cash plan and pension scheme.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Generous benefits

Lifestyle perks

Qualifications

• Experience or genuine interest in supporting children's learning and development.
• Ability to work well within a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support the learning and development of pupils.
• Contribute positively to a warm school culture.
• Assist in the daily activities of the classroom.

Skills

Passion for helping children thrive

Strong relationships

Inclusive teaching

Job description

Teaching Assistant

£11,184.15 - £11,539.12 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Part Time, Fixed term until August 2026

20 hours per week (9am - 1pm), 38 weeks per year

January 2026 Start

Lift Plumberow is looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and friendly team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the learning and development of our pupils and be part of a school community that values high expectations, strong relationships and inclusive teaching. We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping children thrive, and who will contribute positively to our warm and welcoming school culture.

About Lift Plumberow

Lift Plumberow is a vibrant and high achieving three form entry primary school in the heart of Hockley, educating around 650 pupils from Reception to Year 6. We are committed to giving every child the best possible start through engaging teaching and a broad, balanced curriculum that promotes curiosity and active learning.

Our Early Years and Key Stage 1 provision lays strong foundations, and throughout the school we offer a wide range of experiences that bring learning to life. We have a strong track record of academic success, with outcomes consistently above national averages, and are well known for our sporting achievements, including swimming lessons built into the curriculum.

We are a warm, inclusive and community focused school where positive relationships are at the centre of everything we do. Our dedicated staff team works closely with families to ensure every child feels supported, valued and able to thrive.

We warmly welcome visits to our school or informal discussions about the role. To arrange a visit or speak to a member of the team, please contact Elizabeth Broderick at or call 01702 203741.

Closing date : 7th December 2025

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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Lift Schools is recruiting for Teacher Training placements. Please click here to view the website for further details.