Teaching Assistant

RNN Group; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension scheme

41 days annual leave

Free Parking

Career development funding

Grants for STEM teacher training

Job summary

RNN Group is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant at the Rotherham Campus to support delivery of high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across vocational areas. You will work with Lecturers, Tutors and Curriculum Teams to empower learners, including those with SEND, helping them build independence and transition to employment or further study.

The role reports to the Curriculum Manager and involves supervising learners, supporting ILPs and EHCP targets, using Google Classroom and

Qualifications

• Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification or willingness to work towards it.
• Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy qualifications (e.g., GCSE Grade C/4 or above).
• Up-to-date Safeguarding, Prevent, and Diversity & Inclusion.
• Current First Aid certificate (or willingness to work towards if required).
• Commitment to ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of high-quality teaching, learning and assessment.
• Supervise and assist learners while ensuring safety, inclusion and wellbeing.
• Assist SEND & EHCP target implementation with ILPs.
• Break down complex skills into smaller tasks to build independence.
• Guide students in using digital platforms like Google Classroom and assistive tech.
• Collaborate with teachers to prepare resources and manage classroom dynamics.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback on knowledge, skills and behaviours.

Skills

FE Methodology

High Expectations

Digital Literacy

Communication & Empathy

Adaptability & Resilience

Education

Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification

Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy qualifications

Safeguarding/Prevent and Diversity & Inclusion

First Aid certificate

CPD commitment

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Location: Rotherham Campus

Salary: £24,930 - £25,456 (£22,437 - £22,910.40 pro-rata) a year depending on relevant professional qualification + benefits

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full-time 37 hours per week, 40 weeks worked (Term time plus 4 weeks)

Closing Date: 2nd of November 2026

At RNN Group, our vision is ‘Leading innovation and skills in our communities’. We are looking for an inspiring, adaptable, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team.

In this role, you will work alongside Lecturers, Tutors, and Curriculum Teams to empower young people, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), to build independence, gain high-level technical skills, and transition into employment or further study

What is the Role?

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support the planning and delivery of high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment both in and out of the classroom. You will report to the Curriculum Manager and collaborate closely with vocational curriculum teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting Young People: Supervise and assist learners across various curriculum areas, ensuring their safety, inclusion, active participation, and positive well-being.
• SEND & EHCP Target Implementation: Help create and implement Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) and use Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan targets tailored to individual needs.
• Skill Breakdown & Independence: Break down complex skills into smaller tasks and build from easier to harder activities to promote self-esteem, life skills, and work skills.
• Digital & Assistive Learning: Guide students in using digital platforms, Google Classroom, and assistive technologies for shared active learning.
• Classroom & Teacher Support: Partner with teachers/tutors to prepare learning resources, manage classroom dynamics, and cultivate a positive learning environment.
• Progress Tracking & Feedback: Monitor, record, and provide feedback on learners' incremental progress in knowledge, skills, and behaviours.

Essential Qualifications & Training

• Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification (or a willingness to work towards it).
• Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy qualifications (e.g., GCSE Grade C/4 or above).
• Up-to-date Safeguarding, Prevent, and Diversity & Inclusion
• Current First Aid certificate (or willingness to work towards if required).
• Commitment to ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Desirable Experience

• Teaching Support Experience: Experience in supporting teaching and learning within an educational environment.
• Youth Engagement: Proven experience of working with children and young people.
• SEND Support: Direct experience of supporting learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Curriculum Knowledge: Experience of working with curriculum frameworks in Further Education (FE) or school settings.

Essential Skills, Knowledge & Attributes

• FE Methodology: Understanding of FE teaching methodology and classroom activities.
• High Expectations: A belief in young people’s ability to achieve, coupled with high expectations for their progress.
• Digital Literacy: Ability to use ICT, Google Classroom, and assistive tools to enhance teaching quality.
• Communication & Empathy: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a young-person-centred, empathetic approach.
• Adaptability & Resilience: Ability to manage conflicting demands, adapt learning activities to individual needs, and maintain composure under pressure.

Our excellent benefits and rewards package

• Access to local government pensions scheme (with employer contributions from 15.6%)
• Up to 41 days annual leave per year including closure during Christmas period
• Access to our gyms, restaurants and salons
• Staff health & wellbeing and benefits schemes including in-house Occupational Health service
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Full, part time and flexible working hours available in many roles
• Free Parking available at all of our sites
• Fantastic career development opportunities including funding for teacher training, apprenticeships and various other industry recognised qualifications
• New FE teachers can also apply for grants of up to £6,000 in STEM subjects (conditions apply) through the teacher retention initiative
• Recruitment Referral Scheme for all employees, worth £200 per referral made

What is the RNN Group?

RNN Group’s main goal is to be an ‘outstanding’ education and training provider and this is at the heart of everything that we do. To help us achieve this we are looking to recruit highly motivated, innovative and dynamic individuals to join our existing teams. To be a part of the team at RNN Group we will expect you to be committed to our values too