Higher Level Teaching Assistant for Class Cover EDV/2025/OLLCPSVA/83526 Our Lady of Lincoln Cat[...]

Springwell Alternative Academy; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 4,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

A local academy in Lincoln is seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support children in achieving their academic goals. Responsibilities include assisting students individually and in groups while collaborating with teachers to create an inclusive environment. The role offers an annual salary of £4,264 - £4,700, along with generous benefits such as a pension scheme and CPD opportunities. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, promoting a community that values inclusivity.

Benefits

Generous Pension Scheme

Access to CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff discounts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Support children in reaching their academic and personal goals.
• Collaborate with teachers to create engaging and inclusive learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Work independently to provide one-on-one, in-class and small-group assistance to students needing additional support.
• Play an active role in maintaining a positive and inspiring classroom environment.

Skills

Enthusiasm for working with children

Proactive and adaptable approach

Education

Recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

About us

Our Lady of Lincoln Catholic Primary School a Voluntary Academy is a primary school located in Lincoln. We are an Ofsted-rated Good school.

We are part of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, bringing together the 36 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.

Role and responsibilities

• Hold a recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Support children in reaching their academic and personal goals.
• Collaborate with teachers to create engaging and inclusive learning experiences.
• Work independently to provide one‑on‑one, in‑class and small‑group assistance to students needing additional support.
• Play an active role in maintaining a positive and inspiring classroom environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Enthusiasm for working with children and helping them achieve their best.
• A proactive, adaptable approach to supporting both staff and students.
• A willingness to embrace and promote our Catholic ethos (you don’t need to be Catholic but must respect our values).

What’s in it for you?

• An actual salary of £4,264 - £4,700 per annum (OLOL Band 4; Scale Points 11 - 17)
• Wonderful students who have a passion for learning and deserve the very best.
• A team of talented and highly committed staff in a supportive working environment.
• Terms and Conditions - we have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff.

Fantastic benefits to include

• Generous Pension Scheme with employer contributions over 20%.
• Access to top‑tier CPD opportunities tailored to your development.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing emotional, financial, and legal support for you and your family.
• Exclusive perks: From staff discounts to a Cycle‑to‑Work scheme, we’ve got you covered!
• A welcoming community: Work with enthusiastic students, supportive colleagues, and a leadership team that values your expertise.

Visits are warmly welcomed so you can see for yourself, and we encourage you to talk to us to learn more about the role. Please contact Ann Desforges 01522 527500 to arrange a visit or to discuss the role further.

You do not need to be a Catholic to work for our Trust and we warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools. Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long‑term health condition.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other pre‑employment checks including online searches are required for successful applicants.

Closing Date: Monday 5 January 9:00 am