Teaching Assistant

Lift Schools; Swindon; On-site; GBP 24,796 - 26,403; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-being cash plan

Pension scheme

Additional benefits from Lift Schools

Job summary

Lift Schools is seeking a Teaching Assistant for their Hazelwood location in Swindon, England. This part-time role involves working closely with teachers to enhance learning outcomes in either KS1 or nursery classrooms.

The ideal candidate will possess or have the willingness to obtain a Teaching Assistant qualification. Responsibilities include aiding children to access the curriculum and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Additional benefits include a well-being cash plan and pension scheme.

Qualifications

• L2 or L3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent, or willingness to pursue this qualification.
• Patience and empathy to support diverse students.
• Understanding of pupils' learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Support children to access the curriculum and participate in learning.
• Collaborate with teachers to improve learning outcomes.
• Promote student independence and self-esteem.

Skills

Understanding of pupils' learning needs

Empathy and patience

Ability to engage students

Education

L2 or L3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job title: Teaching Assistant

Hours: Part time, 27.5 hours per week (KS1) / Part time, 32.5 hours per week (nursery)

Location: Lift Hazelwood, Stokesay Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 8DR

Salary: SCP 3 FTE £24,796 to SCP 7 FTE £26,403 + well‑being cash plan + pension scheme + additional Lift Schools benefits

Contract type: Permanent

Start date: September 2026

Your new school

Lift Hazelwood is part of Lift Schools, a MAT of 58 schools which allows access to the best training programmes available as well as more internal opportunities. Lift Hazelwood is a one‑form entry primary school with an attached nursery, situated in West Swindon, located just off J16 of the M4. The school has just over 200 pupils on roll and provides modern, purpose‑built facilities with extensive grounds.

Your new role

This is an exciting teaching assistant role in either the KS1 or nursery classroom, working with a brilliant teacher who has progressed from within the school. You will collaborate with teachers to improve learning outcomes and promote student independence, self‑esteem and social inclusion. Your role will involve supporting children to access the curriculum, participate in learning, and experience a sense of achievement. The position is vital in helping students reach their potential and offers future progression through Level 3 and Level 5 Teaching Assistant apprenticeships and Lift Schools’ Initial Teacher Training programme.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Either an L2 or L3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent, or willingness to work towards this qualification.
• Understanding of a range of pupils’ learning needs.
• Patience, calm demeanour and empathy to support diverse students.
• Ability to engage and enthuse students.

Equal opportunities and safeguarding

• 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 offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils, using checks and processes in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.