Teaching Assistant

Thrive Group; Thornton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Education is seeking a motivated Teaching Assistant to support teachers and students across the classroom in a full-time role. You will assist with lesson delivery, provide targeted support to individuals and groups (including SEND), and help maintain a positive, safe learning environment.

You will work closely with the class team, SENCO and pastoral staff to meet student needs, contribute to materials preparation, and support student wellbeing and progress in a friendly school community

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young people in a school or similar setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, resilience, and a positive, can-do attitude.
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in planning and delivering lessons.
• Provide in-class support to individuals and small groups, including SEND.
• Help create a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment.
• Assist with preparing learning materials and resources.
• Support students' social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Monitor and record progress and feed back to staff.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCO and pastoral staff to meet student needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Thrive Education is seeking a motivated and reliable Teaching Assistant to work full time supporting teachers and students across the classroom. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping young people succeed, whether that's supporting individual students, small groups, or the whole class.

Key Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant:

• Support the class teacher in the planning and delivery of lessons
• Provide in-class support to individual students and small groups, including those with SEND
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment
• Assist with the preparation of learning materials and resources
• Support students' social, emotional, and behavioural development
• Monitor and record student progress, feeding back to teaching staff
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO, and pastoral staff to meet individual student needs

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience working with young people in a school or similar setting
• A genuine passion for supporting student learning and wellbeing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, resilience, and a positive, can-do attitude
• The ability to work well as part of a team and use initiative
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent)

What We Offer

• A friendly, welcoming, and supportive school community
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunities for career progression
• Flexible working hours
• Competitive rates of pay