The post is a part-time teaching assistant role at Lift St James the Great, a one-form primary and nursery school, working afternoons from 12:30 to 3:30pm Monday to Friday. The work centres on supporting pupils, including those with SEND, to access lessons, build independent learning skills and manage their own progress, alongside teachers. Assistants also run targeted interventions with individuals and small groups and support pupils' behaviour, wellbeing and personal care. Level 3 training is provided for those without the qualification, and visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Support pupils to access lessons and achieve learning goals, including those with 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 their behaviour, wellbeing and personal care
- Work with teaching staff, pastoral teams, the SENCO and families to help every child thrive
What’s required
Qualifications
- GCSE maths and English at grade 4 or above, or willingness to work towards functional skills qualifications
Skills & knowledge
- Good communication skills
- Ability to build trusted relationships with pupils and colleagues
- Patience, empathy and resilience with a wide range of pupils and situations
- Willingness to learn, grow and seek feedback to improve practice
- Basic IT skills and an understanding of how children learn, or eagerness to develop these
- Genuine commitment to equality, safeguarding and an inclusive classroom
What’s offered
- Training programme towards a level 3 teaching assistant qualification
- Clear routes into level 5 qualifications and teacher training
- High-quality professional development and career progression
- Wellbeing support
- Opportunities to connect and collaborate across the Lift Schools network
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Teaching Assistant PM in Lewes employer: Lift St James the Great
At Lift St James the Great, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to nurturing both our pupils and our staff. Located in a picturesque area of Kent, we offer a supportive work culture that values professional development and personal growth, with clear pathways to further qualifications and teacher training. Join us to make a meaningful impact in education while enjoying a collaborative environment that prioritises wellbeing and inclusivity.
