Vocational Pathway Teaching Assistant

Coal Clough Academy; Burnley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Coal Clough Academy in Burnley is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team. You will work with students on a vocational pathway, supporting them to achieve their full potential through practical, real-world learning experiences.

You will assist with lesson delivery under supervision, promote positive behaviour, build confidence, and help pupils develop communication and independent study skills.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at level 9–5.
• Child Care/NVQ or equivalent Level 3 qualification (desirable).
• Experience working with children facing barriers to learning.
• Strong behaviour management techniques.
• Able to work as part of a class team and support planned lessons.
• Ability to break down tasks into small steps and give feedback.
• Good rapport with children and strong teamwork.
• Good time management and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils under guidance to achieve accelerated progress.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop communication, behaviour management, independence and social skills.
• Provide supervision and guidance for non-lesson-based activities.
• Provide feedback to pupils on progress under teacher guidance.
• Promote good pupil behaviour and manage conflicts per school policies.

Skills

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Time management

Feedback for progress

Student engagement

Education

GCSE English & Maths (level 9–5)

Child Care/NVQ Level 3

Job description

Coal Clough Academy in Burnley is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team. You will work with students on a vocational pathway, supporting them to achieve their full potential through practical, real-world learning experiences.

You will assist with lesson delivery under supervision, promote positive behaviour, build confidence, and help pupils develop communication and independent study skills.