Teaching Assistant PM

Lift Schools; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 8,400 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

Lift St James the Great is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant for the PM shift (12:30–3:30pm, Monday to Friday) at ME19 6SD. The role supports teachers to help pupils access learning, build confidence and reach their potential.

You’ll assist one-to-one or in small groups, support behaviour and welfare, and develop basic IT skills while working toward a Level 3 TA qualification, with routes to Level 5 and teacher training.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or above or working towards functional skills.
• Good communication and ability to build trusted relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Patience, empathy and resilience when supporting a wide range of pupils and situations.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils to access lessons and achieve learning goals, including pupils with SEND.
• Help pupils develop independent learning skills and monitor progress.
• Work with teachers to plan, teach and assess high-quality lessons.
• Guide individual pupils and small groups through targeted interventions.
• Foster positive relationships and support pupil wellbeing and behaviour.
• Collaborate with staff, SENCO and families to help every child thrive.

Skills

GCSE Maths/English (4+)

Communication skills

Patience and empathy

Willingness to learn

Basic IT skills

Ability to support inclusion

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Willingness to pursue Level 5/teacher training

Tools

Basic IT tools

Job description

Teaching Assistant PM

Company: Lift Schools

Salary: from £9,305.50 a year

Hours: Part-time

Location: ME19 6SD

Job type: Contract

Closing date: 20 Nov 2026

Summary

The role is part-time, 12:30 - 3.30pm Monday to Friday.

We're looking for a teaching assistant to join our team and help shape the futures of our pupils. At Lift St James the Great, you'll work closely with teachers to support every child in accessing learning, building confidence, and achieving success.

This is more than a job. You'll play a vital part in creating a classroom where every child feels included, valued, and able to reach their potential. Whether you're supporting pupils one-to-one, guiding small groups, or helping bring lessons to life, your work will make a real difference every day.

If you don't already hold a level 3 teaching assistant qualification, we'll support you to gain one through our training programme. And if you're ambitious about your future, there are clear routes into level 5 qualifications and teacher training with us.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils to access lessons and achieve learning goals, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND);
• Help pupils build independent learning skills and manage their own progress;
• Work alongside teachers to plan, teach and assess high-quality lessons;
• Guide individual pupils and small groups through targeted interventions;
• Build positive relationships with pupils and support them with their behaviour, wellbeing and personal care; and
• Work with teaching staff, pastoral teams, the SENCO and families to help every child thrive.

What we’re looking for

• GCSEs in maths and English (grade 4 or above), or be willing to work towards functional skills qualifications;
• Good communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with pupils and colleagues;
• Patience, empathy and resilience when supporting a wide range of pupils and situations;
• A willingness to learn, grow and seek feedback to improve your practice;Bbasic IT skills and an understanding of how children learn, or the eagerness to develop these; and
• A genuine commitment to equality, safeguarding, and creating an inclusive classroom for all.

We welcome people from all backgrounds, including those new to working in schools. If you're passionate about supporting young people and ready to contribute to our team, could this be the opportunity you've been looking for?

About our schoolLift St James the Great, We are a one form primary and nursery school situated in one of the most beautiful areas of Kent, 30 seconds from the nearest bus stop, 5 minutes from the train station and within easy reach of Maidstone, Tonbridge and London. We serve our strong, supportive and welcoming local community and are committed to providing high quality teaching and learning for all of our pupils.

Who is Lift Schools?Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives - and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high-quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work. Discover how we'll support you to thrive, develop and grow your career in the way that's right for you: How we support you.

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