Teaching Assistant - Flexible Hours & Growth

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

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