Job Description

Teaching Assistant

Lift Westerings

Sunny Road, Hockley, Essex, SS5 4NZ

United Kingdom

Without a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification: Voluntary Real Living Wage - 17,158.98 per annum

With a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification: NJC Scale 3-5 - 17,158.98 to 17,498.47 per annum (pay award pending)

We are looking for a passionate and committed Teaching Assistant to join our team at Lift Westerings. This role is ideal for someone who wants to make a real difference to the lives of children, helping them to develop independence, thrive socially, and achieve their full academic potential.


You will work closely with teachers and the SENDCo to deliver high-quality learning support, both in the classroom and through small group or individual interventions. You will also play a key role in promoting positive behaviour, supporting pupils' wellbeing, and helping to create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.

You will:

Support teaching and learning in class and through planned interventions. Promote pupil independence, confidence, and engagement. Work with children with a range of needs, including those with SEND. Collaborate with teachers, parents, and wider school staff. Contribute to behaviour management and pastoral care. Support school trips, enrichment activities, and the wider school community. Professional Development

At Lift Schools, we are committed to supporting professional growth and development. All new Teaching Assistants working 20 hours or more per week on a permanent contract will be automatically enrolled on a Level 3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship if they do not already hold this qualification. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain essential skills and knowledge through the 'Initial Teaching Assistant Training', ensuring you are fully equipped to succeed in your role and make a real difference in the lives of our pupils. For more information view ITAT L3 Teaching Assistant Brochure.

About Lift Westerings

Westerings Primary Academy, a popular school celebrated for its innovative teaching methods and beautiful woodland setting adjacent to Hockley Woods.

Our reputation makes us a school of choice in the local area. Don't just take our word for it, come and see for yourself! School visits are welcomed--please contact hread@liftwesterings.org to arrange. Alternatively, visit www.westerings.org, www.westerings.com or our YouTube channel (@westeringsLIFT) to discover more

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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Lift Schools is recruiting for Teacher Training placements. Please click here to view the website for further details.