At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers in enhancing student learning and promoting independence for children with SEMH needs.
- Company: Lift Crescent View, a specialist school dedicated to supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, well-being cash plan, pension scheme, and lifestyle perks like gym discounts.
- Other info: Join a diverse team with excellent training and career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience in education.
- Qualifications: L3 Teaching Assistant qualification or willingness to work towards it, with empathy and patience.
The predicted salary is between 21983 - 23421 £ per year.
A rare opportunity to work for a specialist school in providing a “fresh start” for primary children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH).
Your new school
The Lift Crescent View is a specialist provision for children with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs. The school is led by a dedicated and experienced Principal, Liz Oakey, who has been with the school for 4 years. She has established a strong, supportive and welcoming team who together achieved a Good Ofsted where it was recognised that staff know the pupils well. They use this knowledge to raise pupils’ self-esteem and ensure they are ready to learn. We teach children across KS1 and KS2 in small classes of 8-10 children, with an ambitious curriculum and increased opportunities for SEMH and personal development. We have high expectations for our pupils and all our staff work alongside the children, families and other professionals to ensure their needs are met. If you are passionate about children with SEMH needs receiving an excellent education in every classroom every day, we would love for you to apply.
Your new role
The Lift Crescent View is part of Lift Schools, one of the largest MATs in the country, allowing you access to the best training. The role of the Teaching Assistant is to work in partnership with teachers to improve the learning and attainment of students while also promoting their independence, self‑esteem and social inclusion. The role provides support to students so that they can access the curriculum, participate in learning and experience a sense of achievement. This role is vital in supporting our students and helping them achieve their potential.
What you’ll need to succeed
To succeed you will have a L3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent or willingness to work towards this qualification, with an understanding of a range of pupils’ learning needs. You will possess patience in interactions with a variety of students and situations, a calm demeanour, empathy to understand the needs and challenges of students, and the ability to relate to them on a personal level. You will also be somebody who can engage and enthuse students to want to learn.
Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools are a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 59 schools.
If you would like a confidential discussion or tour of the school please contact Jessica Billows, recruiting Manager, at jbillows@liftschools.org.
We offer you:
- Comprehensive training: Access to some of the best developmental training to boost your career.
- Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support.
- Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and much more.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
