Teaching Assistant UCC029BC

Uppingham Community College, Uppingham, Rutland, LE15 9TJ

24 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  27 August 2026

• Closing date

  20 April 2026 at 12:59am

• Date listed

  27 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £24,796.00 - £25,185.00 Annually (FTE) Actual Starting Salary Approx £16,787

Teaching Assistant UCC029BC job summary

Teaching Assistant

Uppingham Community College

Salary: Grade 2 Pay Point 3-4 (£24,796 - £25,185 per annum, approximate starting salary of £16,787)
Hours: 8.35am - 3.10pm. Monday to Friday. Term-time only
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role

Are you passionate about supporting children’s learning and wellbeing? Uppingham Community College is looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and highly motivated Teaching Assistant to work alongside our dedicated teaching team. You will play a key role in fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, ensuring all pupils can reach their full potential.

Why Choose Uppingham Community College?

Uppingham Community College is a warm, inclusive, and high‑achieving school where staff are valued and supported. As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll join a collaborative team, receive excellent professional development, and make a real impact on students’ learning. It’s a vibrant community where your contribution truly matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers in preparing and delivering engaging lessons.
• Assist individuals and small groups with learning activities.
• Provide feedback on pupil engagement and progress.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional development.
• Prepare and use learning materials, including ICT resources.
• Help create stimulating classroom displays.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent) OR ability to meet STL Level 2 National Occupational Standards.
• Experience: Previous experience supporting teaching and learning in a school setting.
• Skills & Knowledge:
  • Understanding of child protection and health & safety procedures.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to motivate and engage students.
  Why Join Us?

  Professional Growth & Support

  • Ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
  • Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.

  Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits

  • Flexible working options.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
  • Defined benefit pension scheme.

  Additional Perks

  • Free parking, cycle-to-work scheme, and gym discounts.
  • Eyecare vouchers, dental support, and retail discounts.
  • Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.
  Equal Opportunities & Diversity

  We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
  Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age, or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support.

  Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents

  About Discovery Schools Trust

  Discovery Schools Trust is committed to improving learning by fostering a culture of excellence. We prioritise children’s needs, teacher development, and innovative school improvement to ensure success across all our schools.

  Safeguarding Commitment

  Discovery is dedicated to safeguarding pupils. The successful applicant must complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and provide references.

  Apply Now
  If you are ready to make a difference in children's lives, apply today. Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.

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

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all posts are subject to DBS checks. In the interests of safer recruitment, the Trust may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants in compliance with the guidance set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). Any relevant information found with regards to a candidate’s suitability to work with children will be discussed at interview.

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 Uppingham Community College

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 919 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Uppingham Community College website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/uppingham-community-college

Our core values as a school are: Respect, Honesty and Kindness. Everything we do is based upon these simple principles. Our students consistently achieve excellent GCSE outcomes and we are very proud of our holistic approach to developing respectful and responsible young people who are ready for life in our ever changing world.

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