Teaching Assistant

Sir Herbert Leon Academy; Witham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Lift Maltings

Spinks Lane
Witham, Essex, CM8 1EP
United Kingdom

Without a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification: Voluntary Real Living Wage - £17,158.98 per annum

With a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification: NJC Scale 3-5 - £17,502.71 - £18,058.22 per annum

Part Time, Fixed term until August 2027

30.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Immediate Start

Make a difference at Lift Maltings as a Teaching Assistant! We are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team. As a Teaching Assistant, you will work in partnership with teachers to improve the learning and attainment of our students, promoting their independence and social inclusion.

What you'll do

• Support students' learning needs, including specific SEND needs, to help them access lesson content and achieve learning objectives.
• Help students develop independent learning skills.
• Deliver targeted interventions in partnership with teachers.
• Promote positive behaviours and support students' wellbeing.

What we offer

At Lift Schools, we are committed to supporting professional growth and development. All new Teaching Assistants working 20 hours or more per week on a permanent contract will be automatically enrolled on a Level 3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship if they do not already hold this qualification. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain essential skills and knowledge through the 'Initial Teaching Assistant Training', ensuring you are fully equipped to succeed in your role and make a real difference in the lives of our pupils.

About Lift Maltings

Lift Maltings is an 11-16 school based in Witham, Essex. Situated between the cities of Chelmsford and Colchester, the school has 900 students on roll and benefits from a modern, purpose‑built site opened in 2011. With excellent transport links to London, our staff and students can take full advantage of the wealth of opportunities the capital provides. Free car parking facilities are available on site.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Julie Joiner, School Operations Manager, at [e-mail].

Closing date

1st March 2026

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 57 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 offer you

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
  • Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programmes, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

Equality and diversity

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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Safeguarding and recruitment

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.