Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about helping children learn, grow and develop their confidence? We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join Lift Ashingdon working 23.75hours a week. 

This is more than a support role. You'll work alongside teachers to help students access learning, build confidence and achieve their goals. You'll also have the chance to grow your own skills through our Level 3 and Level 5 Teaching Assistant programmes, or even our Initial Teacher Training if you're thinking about a teaching career.

Your new school
Lift Ashingdon is part of a family of schools brought together by one common mission and passionate belief that each and every child is entitled to an excellent education, every day. An excellent education transforms lives and every pupil who attends one of our schools is given the support, care and opportunity they need to flourish.

The school dates back to 1873 and is steeped in history and heritage alongside its excellent facilities including a large sports field and a heated swimming pool! The school is a key part of the village and local community and benefits from a small school feel and engaged parents.

To arrange a school visit or to find out more about the role, please contact Sam Brown, our School Operations Manager, on sbrown@liftashingdon.org

About the role
You will get to know pupils' individual learning needs, including specific SEND needs, and provide the right support to help them take part fully in lessons. You will also deliver individual and small-group interventions, promote positive behaviour and support pupils' social, emotional and mental wellbeing, including personal care where required.

Working alongside teachers, the SENDCO, pastoral colleagues and families, you will play an important part in creating a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment where every pupil has the opportunity to succeed.

Key responsibilities

• Support pupils to access learning, including those with specific SEND needs
• Help pupils develop confidence and independent learning skills
• Deliver targeted individual and small-group interventions
• Support teachers with learning, assessment and monitoring pupils' progress
• Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing and an inclusive learning environment

We are looking for someone who
You don't need years of experience—we're looking for people who care, want to learn and are ready to contribute. If you have GCSEs in Maths and English (or are willing to work towards them), good communication skills and a calm, patient approach, we'd love to hear from you. Do you enjoy working with young people and helping them succeed?

What we offer

• A supportive team culture where your ideas matter
• Access to our Level 3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship (if you work 20+ hours and don't already have this)
• Clear routes into teaching or senior support roles
• Training and development tailored to your goals
• A workplace that values diversity, equity and inclusion

Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 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
At Lift Schools, we believe talent drives performance. We offer you:

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.