Teaching Assistant (1:1 SEN)

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Salary: NJC to £15,078 (Actual salary) £24,796 to £25,989 (FTE)+ well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefitsHours: 25 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time +5)Contract: Fixed term until 2032 (subject to funding)Start date: Oct/ November 2025Closing date: 6th October Interview Date: 13th October Are you passionate about working with young people and looking for a fulfilling career?We're looking for a warm and dedicated 1:1 (SEN) teaching assistant to join our supportive team at Lift North Thorseby.

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you'll provide tailored support to an individual pupil and (at times) small groups, and contribute to a calm, purposeful learning environment where every young person feels safe, seen and supported. This role will predominantly be a one to one support role, however flexibility to work across the school is required at times.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting a child on a one-to-one basis or at times in small groups during focused activities
• Encouraging language development through play, songs and conversation
• Observing and recording progress, feeding this back to the class teacher
• Supporting personal care needs with kindness and dignity
• Helping to create stimulating, well-organised learning spaces
• Building strong, trusting relationships with children, families and staff
• Promoting good behaviour, emotional well-being and a sense of belonging

Skills and Experience we would like to see:

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is advantageous
• Experience supporting within a school setting
• Familiarity with phonics programmes such as Read Write Inc
• Understanding of child development and how children learn
• A flexible, proactive approach and a genuine passion for primary education
• UK right to work, as this role is not eligible for sponsorship

This role has been created to support a specific child. If that child moves on from the school, the contract may come to an end earlier than expected.

We value the skills and dedication of our teaching assistants. To support the best outcomes for our students, we require applicants to hold at least a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification; ideally Level 3. If you're working towards a level 3 qualification, we'll support your journey through our Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Programme, helping you develop the skills and confidence to make an even greater impact.

About the school:

Lift North Thoresby is a vibrant village primary school proudly federated with Lift Utterby. Situated between Grimsby and Louth, together we form a close-knit, rural learning community driven by a single ambitious vision and a shared leadership team. Our culture across both schools is built on a foundation of collaboration and mutual support, creating a warm, family-like atmosphere where every member of our team is valued and empowered.

Working within our federation offers a uniquely rewarding professional experience. Staff and leaders work across both sites, sharing expertise, resources and best practices to benefit all our children. We are on an exciting, shared journey of excellence and seek passionate, flexible educators who are inspired by the opportunity to make an impact across two schools. If you thrive in a supportive, community-focused environment, we would be delighted to hear from you.

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

We offer you:

• 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, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

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.

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