Teaching Assistant Grade 4 [4-6]

Blackpool Sixth Form College; Poulton-le-Fylde; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Hodgson Academy is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join our Learning Support department on a permanent, term-time basis. The role focuses on supporting students to overcome barriers to learning and develop confidence across English, maths, science and other subjects.

You will work within a collaborative team that meets daily, benefits from CPD and mentor support, and contributes to a safe, inclusive learning environment for all students.

Qualifications

• GCSE/NVQ level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics / Numeracy essential
• Recognised and relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent is desirable
• Experience of working with children is essential
• Experience of working in a classroom environment is expected
• Experience of supporting children with challenging behaviour is beneficial
• Experience of Administrative work is advantageous
• Experience of supporting pupils with literacy and phonics is relevant
• Ability to plan and deliver work programmes is required

Responsibilities

• implementing structured learning activities to support individual students or groups in English, maths, science, and other subject areas
• developing positive relationships with students to support their progress, attainment, and personal development
• assisting in monitoring, recording, and reviewing students' progress, barriers, and individual targets
• supporting students with an Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP) or specific learning and medical/care needs
• assisting teachers with classroom management, student behaviour, and the preparation of learning resources
• supervising and supporting during After School / Homework clubs held in our library
• utilising ICT facilities and interactive whiteboards to deliver effective interventions

Skills

Work with children

Communication skills

National Curriculum knowledge

Confidentiality

Safeguarding

Equality and diversity

Health and safety

Attendance and training

NVQ Level 3 awareness

Team collaboration

Parents/carers relation

Pupil supervision

Education

GCSE/NVQ level 2

NVQ Level 3 (desirable)

Job description

Your Role

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Grade 4 - Points 4-6 - Term Time only

Permanent

Are you passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning? Ready to shape curious, analytical and ambitious young minds?

If you have answered yes to these questions, then we want to hear from you!

At Hodgson Academy, we are committed to providing an enjoyable, successful experience of learning for all our students. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join our Learning Support department.

Whether you're taking your first steps into education support or looking to build on an established career, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your practice in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Our Learning Support department is collaborative, high-performing, and student-focused. You'll be joining a highly experienced and supportive team that meets each morning, shares resources, and benefits from dedicated whole-school Teaching and Learning CPD alongside mentor support for new team members.

A day in your new role could see you:-

1. implementing structured learning activities to support individual students or groups in English, maths, science, and other subject areas.
2. developing positive relationships with students to support their progress, attainment, and personal development.
3. assisting in monitoring, recording, and reviewing students' progress, barriers, and individual targets.
4. supporting students with an Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP) or specific learning and medical/care needs.
5. assisting teachers with classroom management, student behaviour, and the preparation of learning resources.
6. supervising and supporting during After School / Homework clubs held in our library.
7. utilising our two newly refurbished Learning Support suites with ICT facilities and interactive whiteboards to deliver effective interventions.

Closing date

12th October 2026 08:00am

Interviews

16th October 2026

Our commitment to a safe and respectful environment

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to a diverse and inclusive community. We do not tolerate discrimination and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We provide equal access, services, and care regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity/expression/trans status, race, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.

We are committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for everyone. This includes a zero-tolerance approach to sexual harassment of any kind. We believe that all individuals deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace and online community free from harassment, intimidation, and discrimination. We encourage open communication, provide clear reporting mechanisms for misconduct, and conduct thorough investigations. We expect everyone interacting with us to uphold these standards.

All staff will be carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures designed to emphasise the school's commitment to safeguarding. All posts, including volunteers, are subject to enhanced DBS clearance. All shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration of any criminal record or information that will make them unsuitable to work with children. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn should any information come to light that has not been included in the self-declaration. It is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from regulated activity relevant to children, anyone caught doing so will be reported to the police immediately. Please note that we reserve the right to review your online presence in line with keeping children safe in education guidance.

Qualifications

• GCSE/NVQ level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics / Numeracy essential
• Recognised and relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent. desirable

Experience

• Experience of working with children essential
• Experience of working in a classroom environment
• Experience of supporting children with challenging behaviour
• Experience of Administrative work
• Experience of supporting pupils with literacy and phonics
• Knowledge of food hygiene and/or relevant cleaning and hygiene procedures
• Ability to plan and deliver work programmes

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work with children essential
• Ability to relate to and develop professional relationships with children essential
• Ability to work as part of a professional staff team essential
• Time management and organisational skills, including use of IT essential
• Knowledge of, and ability to enact, the concept of confidentiality essential
• Commitment to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of young people essential
• Commitment to equality and diversity essential
• Commitment to health and safety essential
• Commitment to attendance at work essential
• Commitment to attend in-service training essential
• Ability to operate at a level of understanding and competence equivalent to NVQ Level 3 standard essential
• Ability to work as part of a professional staff team essential
• Good communication skills both verbally and written. essential
• Ability to relate well to parents/carers essentialAbility to supervise and assist pupils essential
• Knowledge of, and ability to enact, the concept of confidentiality essential
• Ability to assess children's development essential
• Knowledge of the National Curriculum
• Knowledge of classroom roles and responsibilities

Safeguarding Information

As a Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This commitment means that all staff are expected to share this responsibility and act in a way that safeguards the welfare of our students.