Teaching Assistant

Company: Lift Schools
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

School: Lift Broadlands

Salary: NCJ 7 (£26,403) pro rata £25,262 + wellbeing cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: 37

Contract type: Permanent

Start date: September

Your new school

Lift Broadlands is a small secondary school in Keynsham that fosters a nurturing environment for students aged 11–16. The school is fully inclusive, an OFSTED “Good” school, and located near Bath with excellent transport links. It offers students opportunities ranging from outdoor learning, camping trips, to curriculum days, with a reputation for high standards.

Your new role

The role involves working in partnership with teachers to support students in accessing the curriculum, participating in learning, and achieving their potential. As a Teaching Assistant you will promote independence, self‑esteem, and social inclusion while helping students attain academic success.

What you’ll need to succeed

You will have an L3 Teaching Assistant qualification or be willing to work towards it, with an understanding of pupils’ varied learning needs. Patience, a calm demeanour, empathy, and the ability to engage and enthuse students are essential.

How we support you

  • Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training.
  • Generous benefits: Pension plan, healthcare, and financial support.
  • Lifestyle perks: Discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive an overwhelming response.

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.

Safeguarding

Lift Schools is committed to safeguarding and welfare of pupils, ensuring a fair and consistent recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Offers are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

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Posted: June 21st, 2026