Teaching Assistant

Posted on: 07/05/2026 – Final date to receive applications: 18/05/2026

Hours:

17.5 hours per week (8.30am - 12.00pm) 39 weeks per year

Contract:

Fixed Term until August 2027

Lift Four Dwellings Primary, part of Lift Schools, is seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our committed and supportive team.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work in partnership with teachers to support pupils’ learning, helping them to access the curriculum, develop independence and achieve their full potential.

You will play a vital role in supporting pupils academically, socially and emotionally, ensuring they feel confident, included and able to succeed. This includes delivering targeted interventions, supporting individuals and small groups, and contributing to a positive and engaging learning environment.

This role is vital in supporting our pupils and contributes to Lift Schools’ mission that every child receives an excellent education in every classroom, every day.

• Support pupils’ learning in the classroom and help them access lesson content.
• Deliver targeted interventions and support individuals or small groups of pupils.
• Help pupils develop independence and confidence in their learning.
• Support pupils’ social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Work closely with teachers to support planning, assessment and feedback.
• Prepare learning resources and support the creation of a stimulating learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Support pupils on trips and during wider school activities.

• Has GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent.
• Has experience working with children or young people (desirable).
• Has a basic understanding of child development and learning (or willingness to learn).
• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Shows patience, empathy and resilience when working with pupils.
• Works collaboratively as part of a team and is committed to supporting all pupils to succeed.

• Level 3 and Level 5 Teaching Assistant apprenticeships.
• Lift Schools’ Initial Teacher Training programme.

• Comprehensive training:
  Access a wide range of 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.

18 May 2026.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

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.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.