Teaching Assistant

1:1 Teaching Assistant Salary: NJC 7-10 (£26,403 - £27, 694 FTE) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits Hours: 17.5 - 38.4 weeks per year Contract: Fixed term until Aug 2027 Start date: September 2026 Closing date: 6th July 2026 Interview date: 10th July 2026

Are you passionate about education and looking for a fulfilling career?

We're looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant (SEN) to join our community focused and supportive team at Lift Meadstead Primary, in Barnsley, on a fixed term basis.

You're someone who'll be able to: - Improve the learning and attainment of students while also promoting their independence, self-esteem and social inclusion. - Supervise classroom activities and play. - Support and lead on SEN interventions and 1:1 support. - Support students so that they can; access the curriculum, participate in learning and experience a sense of achievement. - Be a compassionate, warm and friendly face to children and parents.

You're someone who has: - Motivation passion for support young people including those with SEN - Level 2 qualification in Teaching Assisting or equivalent essential - Understanding of children's SEN learning needs including regulations strategies and trauma informed strategies and interventions - Phonic understanding. - The skills to help children to develop independent learning skills. - Ability to deliver individual and small group targeted interventions.

We value the skills and dedication of our teaching assistants. To support the best outcomes for our students, as a - Level 3 TA we require a level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent). If you don't yet hold this qualification but you do have the relevant experience and hold a level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, don't worry! We'll invest in your development by enrolling you in our Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Programme, helping you gain the behaviours, skills and experience you need to thrive in the role.

About the school: Lift Meadstead is a proud and ambitious school serving a diverse community in Barnsley. We're dedicated to creating an inspiring, inclusive learning environment where children thrive emotionally, socially and academically. We have a strong EYFS and SEND offer and are committed to ensuring every child is ready to flourish across all levels of the school and beyond. Our team is close-knit, committed and passionate about improving lives through education. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people.

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 59 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