Teaching Assistant

Lift East Wichel, SWINDON, Wiltshire, SN1 7AG

21 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  November 2026

• Closing date

  3 November 2026 at 11:59am

• Date listed

  13 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £25583 - £27254 per annum

Teaching Assistant job summary

An Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' school, this is a rare opportunity to work for East Wichel Community Primary School who have been awarded TES Primary School of the Year.

Your new school
Lift East Wichel is an Ofsted-rated outstanding school and TES Primary School of the Year. We are proud of the high standards we set for our pupils and the supportive ambitious culture we have built for our staff. From April 2026, East Wichel joined Lift Schools, a national trust of 62 schools. This means we will retain our strong local identity while benefiting from the expertise, professional development and opportunities that come with being part of a large and ambitious trust.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming and high-performing team led by the Principal Paula Phillips, who has been at the school for over seven years and has created a culture where staff are supported to thrive and develop. There has never been a more exciting time to join our school.

About the role
You'll work alongside teachers to improve learning and help students access the curriculum with confidence. Your work will support independence, self-esteem and social inclusion. You'll help students develop skills to manage their own learning, and you'll build trusted relationships that make a real difference.

Key responsibilities

• Understand students' learning needs, including specific SEND needs, so they can access lesson content and achieve learning goals
• Work together with teachers to plan, deliver and assess high quality lessons
• Guide individual and small group sessions within agreed plans
• Build positive relationships with students and support positive behaviours
• Support the social, emotional, mental health and wellbeing of all students
• Work with teaching staff, pastoral staff, the SENDCO and parents or carers to support every student

Please note, for ambitious applicants, future career progression is possible through our Level 3 and Level 5 Teaching Assistant apprenticeships and Lift Schools's Initial Teacher Training programme.

We are looking for someone who
You'll have GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4 or above) or equivalent, or be willing to work towards functional skills. You'll have good communication skills and a calm approach when faced with different situations. Can you show patience and empathy when understanding the needs and challenges of students?

You'll be a reflective person, aware of your strengths and open to feedback. You'll work well with colleagues, understanding your role within the classroom and providing support when needed. Are you ready to be part of a team that truly values inclusion and growth?

Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives - and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you
At Lift Schools, we believe talent drives performance. We offer you:

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and 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.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Lift East Wichel

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: Up to 420 pupils
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Lift East Wichel website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/lift-east-wichel

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