Job Description

Number of jobs available
1
Region(s)
Scotland
City/Town
Inchinnan Estate
Office Location
Inchinnan - CITB, Inchinnan Industrial Estate, 4 Fountain Ave, Inchinnan, Renfrew PA4 9RQ
Departmental Grade
Team Leader.TL2
Post Type
Permanent
Working Pattern
Full Time
Salary
36,000 - 44,000
Details
Are you passionate about supporting learners and leading a team to deliver high-quality education? CITB is looking for a dedicated

Teaching Assistant Team Leader

to join our team at NCC Scotland. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in the construction education sector by leading a team of Teaching Assistants and ensuring learners receive the support they need to thrive.

Role:

Teaching Assistant Team Leader

Location:

4 Fountain Avenue, Inchinnan Business Park, Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, PA4 9RQ - this is an office-based role 5 days per week

Hours of Work:

Full-time (35 hours per week)

Contract:

Permanent

Grade:

TL2

Target Salary:

42,642 per annum

Provisional Interview Dates:

Tuesday 18th and Wednesday 19th November

Key Responsibilities:

Line manage a team of three site-based Teaching Assistants, ensuring effective deployment aligned with learner support needs Assist the Learning Support Specialist in implementing and quality-checking learner support records Guide Teaching Assistants in adopting new technologies and processes Support learners individually or in groups to reinforce lesson content and provide additional learning support Collaborate in the development of lesson plans and learning materials tailored to curriculum and learner needs Work alongside lecturers/instructors to prepare and deliver engaging lessons Use assessment data to provide personalised learning and support Deliver high-quality feedback and monitor learner progress using recognised IT platforms Help learners build essential personal, English, maths, and digital skills Work closely with Apprenticeship Development Coaches and Officers to support learner progress reviews Provide learners with advice on career progression opportunities Foster a safe, inclusive learning environment and uphold safeguarding and health & safety standards Attend workshops and training to stay current with teaching methodologies

What we're looking for:

Essential:

Experience supporting learners with additional needs in an educational setting English and maths qualifications at Level 2 or above Educated to Level 3 or above Strong IT skills, including Office 365 (Word, Excel) Willingness to achieve a Level 3 teaching qualification within 9 months Confidence in advising and challenging on learning support matters Ability to motivate and support learners to overcome barriers Organised, efficient, and able to manage own workload Team player with excellent organisational skills

Desirable:

Line management experience Level 5 teaching qualification Assessor awards Degree-level education Experience in apprenticeship delivery Knowledge of funding requirements related to learning support Coaching and/or mentoring qualifications

For full details, please refer to the Role Profile.*

What You'll Get in Return:

Free onsite lunch at NCC Scotland Free onsite parking at NCC Scotland 25 days holiday + bank holidays 3 additional days Christmas shutdown Generous pension scheme (up to 9% employer contribution) Life assurance (4x salary) 2 paid volunteering days per year 24/7 GP Services Professional development & funded training qualifications Employee Assistance Programme -- because your wellbeing matters

Why Join CITB

CITB is committed to fairness, inclusion, and respect. We aim to lead the construction sector by example and build a workforce that reflects Britain's diverse population. We welcome applications from under-represented groups and strive to create a culture where everyone can thrive.

Closing Date

Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the stated closing date. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis; therefore, early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.

Safer Recruitment

CITB is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people. Candidates must be willing to undergo the requisite pre-employment vetting checks and procedures, including checks with past employers and a Protecting Vulnerable Groups Certificate (PVG) will be requested in the event of a successful application to this post.


This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants are required to declare all criminal convictions, cautions, and warnings, including those that are spent, unless they are protected under current DBS filtering rules.


During the shortlisting process, CITB may consider carrying out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of its due diligence.



Contact and additional information
For general queries or support with your application, please contact CITB's Talent Acquisition Team at careers@citb.co.uk


or


For general queries regarding your application, please contact our customer contact services CITB-recruitment-enquiries@gov.sscl.com or 0345 241 5364.



Required Qualification
English and maths qualifications at level 2 or above
Essential past experience/skills
Experience of supporting learners with additional needs in an education setting
Closing Date:
04/11/2025, 23:55 hours


1st Interview dates
TBC