Teaching Assistant

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people? Lift Schools is looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our team and help create an excellent education for every child, every day. We work together to support students in accessing learning, building confidence, and achieving their goals. If you care about helping young people reach their potential, we'd love to hear from you. About the role You'll work alongside teachers to support students' learning, helping them participate fully in lessons and develop skills they can use independently. Your role will focus on understanding each student's needs and creating the right conditions for them to succeed. You'll also help build a positive and safe classroom where everyone feels valued. Could this be the role where you truly make an impact? Key responsibilities * Support students to access lesson content and achieve learning goals, including those with SEND * Work with teachers to plan and assess learning, and guide individual or small group sessions * Help students build independent learning skills and manage their own progress * Create positive relationships and support wellbeing, behaviour and personal care * Work with teaching staff, parents and carers to achieve the best outcomes for every student * Contribute to preparing resources, trips and activities that meet diverse needs We are looking for someone who You don't need years of experience, but you do need the right values. We're looking for someone with good communication skills and a reflective approach to learning. You'll be patient, empathetic, and calm under pressure. IT skills and a basic understanding of child development are helpful, but we can support you to build these if needed. What matters most is your willingness to learn and grow with us. Do you have GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths, or are you willing to work towards functional skills? Can you work collaboratively as a trusted team member? What we offer * Level 3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship for those working 20+ hours per week (if you don't already hold this qualification) * Future progression routes including Level 5 apprenticeships and Initial Teacher Training * A supportive team culture where ideas are shared openly and feedback is valued * Opportunities to build your skills and confidence in a meaningful role * A workplace that values diversity and welcomes people from all backgrounds Your new school Lift Tamworth is on an exciting journey and recently achieved a 'Good' Ofsted rating in all areas for the first time. The school is led by our welcoming and dedicated Principal, Jonathan Spears, who has created a purposeful and supportive environment where pupils are focused on learning, and colleagues work collaboratively to help every child succeed. Lift Tamworth is located in Staffordshire, within easy commuting distance of Birmingham and Derby. Who is Lift Schools? We're 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 62 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had. 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, we've got you covered. * Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals Ready to apply? If this sounds like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you. All offers are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and references. You'll need the right to work in the UK. Could this be the start of something special for you. This is a full-time position, 37 hours per week. The contract is fixed-term until 31 August 2027.