Are you passionate about supporting learners and leading a team to deliver high-quality education? CITB is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant Team Leader to join our team at NCC Scotland. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in the construction education sector by leading a team of Teaching Assistants and ensuring learners receive the support they need to thrive.
Role: Teaching Assistant Team Leader
Location: 4 Fountain Avenue, Inchinnan Business Park, Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, PA4 9RQ
Hours of Work: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent
Grade: TL2
Target Salary: £42,642 per annum
Provisional Interview Dates: w/c 9th February 2026
About the Role:
Ideal candidates will have prior experience working with learners aged 16 and above, along with a solid track record in supporting apprentices throughout their training. Key responsibilities will include:
* Line management of a team of three site-based Teaching Assistants, ensuring effective deployment aligned with learner support needs
* Assist the Learning Support Specialist in implementing and quality-checking learner support records
* Guide Teaching Assistants in adopting new technologies and processes
* Support learners individually or in groups to reinforce lesson content and provide additional learning support
* Collaborate in the development of lesson plans and learning materials tailored to curriculum and learner needs
* Work alongside lecturers/instructors to prepare and deliver engaging lessons
* Use assessment data to provide personalised learning and support
* Deliver high-quality feedback and monitor learner progress using recognised IT platforms
* Help learners build essential personal, English, maths, and digital skills
* Work closely with Apprenticeship Development Coaches and Officers to support learner progress reviews
* Provide learners with advice on career progression opportunities
* Foster a safe, inclusive learning environment and uphold safeguarding and health & safety standards
* Attend workshops and training to stay current with teaching methodologies
What we’re looking for:
Essential:
* Experience supporting learners with additional needs in an educational setting (16+ would be an advantage)
* Hold a Level 2 qualification or higher in English and maths or demonstrate proficiency at Level 2 or above through a recognised assessment in both subjects
* Educated to Level 3 or above
* Previous line management experience
* Proficiency with IT, including Office 365 (Word, Excel)
* Willingness to achieve a Level 3 teaching assistant qualification within 9 months of employment with CITB
* Confidence in advising and challenging on learning support matters
* Ability to motivate and support learners to overcome barriers
* Organised, efficient, and able to manage own workload
* Team player with excellent organisational skills
Desirable:
* Assessor awards
* Degree-level education
* Knowledge of funding requirements related to learning support
* Coaching and/or mentoring qualifications
*For full details, please refer to the Role Profile on CITB's website
What You’ll Get in Return:
* Free onsite lunch at NCC Scotland
* Free onsite parking at NCC Scotland
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* 3 additional days Christmas shutdown
* Generous pension scheme (up to 9% employer contribution)
* Life assurance (4x salary)
* 2 paid volunteering days per year
* 24/7 GP Services
* Professional development & funded training qualifications
* Employee Assistance Programme
Why Join CITB
CITB is committed to fairness, inclusion, and respect. We aim to lead the construction sector by example and build a workforce that reflects Britain’s diverse population. We welcome applications from under-represented groups and strive to create a culture where everyone can thrive.
Closing Date
Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the stated closing date. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis; therefore, early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.
Safer Recruitment
CITB is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people. Candidates must be willing to undergo the requisite pre-employment vetting checks and procedures, including checks with past employers and a Protecting Vulnerable Groups Certificate (PVG) will be requested in the event of a successful application to this post.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants are required to declare all criminal convictions, cautions, and warnings, including those that are spent, unless they are protected under current DBS filtering rules.
During the shortlisting process, CITB may consider carrying out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of its due diligence.