Teaching Assistant

Thrive Group; Walton-le-Dale; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly school community

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Flexible working hours

Competitive pay

Job summary

Thrive Education invites applications for a full-time Teaching Assistant to support teachers and students across the classroom. You will assist with lessons, support individuals and groups, and help create an inclusive, safe learning environment.

The role offers ongoing training, development opportunities, flexible hours, and competitive pay. Ideal candidates will have experience with young people and NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young people in a school or similar setting.
• Passion for supporting student learning and wellbeing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, resilience and a positive, can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

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