Teaching Assistant – Full Time
Salary: NJC 4 £25,185 – NJC 7 £26,403Location: Lift New Forest, Long Lane, Holbury, Hampshire, SO45 2PAHours: Full timeContract Type: PermanentStart Date: September 2026
This role offers a rewarding opportunity within a trust that heavily invests in career development. It is a stepping stone for those who want to make a direct impact on students’ lives or build a long‑term career in education.
Role Overview
The Teaching Assistant works in partnership with teachers to improve the learning and attainment of students while promoting independence, self‑esteem and social inclusion. The role serves to support students so they can access the curriculum, actively participate in learning and experience a sense of achievement. The role is vital for helping students reach their potential. Future career progression is possible through Level 3 and Level 5 Teaching Assistant apprenticeships and Lift Schools’ Initial Teacher Training programme.
Responsibilities
- Work in partnership with teachers to enhance learning and attainment.
- Promote student independence, self‑esteem and social inclusion.
- Provide support enabling students to access the curriculum and participate in learning.
- Foster a sense of achievement among students.
Qualifications and Attributes
- L3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship, or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the qualification.
- Understanding of a range of pupils’ learning needs.
- Patience, calm demeanor and empathy to understand student needs and challenges.
- Ability to engage and enthuse students to want to learn.
Benefits
- Career development and training opportunities.
- Generous benefits including wellbeing cash plan, pension scheme (LGPS), healthcare and financial support.
- Discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
Equality and Diversity
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 offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. All offers of employment are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, references and a prohibition from teaching check where applicable.
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