Teaching Assistant - Growth Path & Classroom Impact

Lift Schools; Cam; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development and training

Pension plan & healthcare

Discounted gym memberships & travel

Job summary

Lift Schools is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join Lift Cam Woodfield Junior and support learning across key stages. You will work with teachers to ensure students access the curriculum with confidence, developing independence and social inclusion.

The role offers progression through Level 3 and Level 5 Teaching Assistant apprenticeships and the trust's training programs. A collaborative, inclusive environment is emphasized.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4 or above) or equivalent; willing to work towards functional skills.
• Good communication skills and a calm approach when faced with different situations.
• Patience and empathy when understanding students' needs and challenges.

Responsibilities

• Understand students’ learning needs, including SEND, so they can access lesson content and achieve goals.
• Plan, deliver and assess high quality lessons with teachers.
• Guide individual and small group sessions within agreed plans.
• Build positive relationships with students and support positive behaviours.
• Support social, emotional, mental health and wellbeing of all students.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, pastoral staff, SENDCO and parents or carers to support every student.

Skills

Communication

Calm approach

Patience & empathy

Education

GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4+) or equivalent

Job description

Lift Schools is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join Lift Cam Woodfield Junior and support learning across key stages. You will work with teachers to ensure students access the curriculum with confidence, developing independence and social inclusion.

The role offers progression through Level 3 and Level 5 Teaching Assistant apprenticeships and the trust's training programs. A collaborative, inclusive environment is emphasized.