Overview
Join to apply for the Teaching Assistant role at Lift Schools in Swindon, Wiltshire. This is a part-time, fixed-term role running for one year.
Salary: NJC 3 £24,796 FTE (actual salary based on term time only and part time hours is £18,651 annually or £12.85 per hour) + wellbeing cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits.
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only).
Working pattern: Mon-Fri between the hours of 8:15 am and 3:30 pm.
Contract: Fixed Term for one year until 31 August 2026.
Start date: September 2025.
Location: Lift Hazelwood, Stokesay Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 8DR, United Kingdom.
With you in our classrooms, we can change lives. We’re looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our warm, supportive team at Lift Hazelwood from September 2025. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people. For this position, we need you to hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
About Our School
We are a one-form entry primary school with an attached nursery, situated in West Swindon, located just off J16 of the M4. There are currently just over 200 pupils on roll and pupils benefit from a modern, purpose-built school building with extensive grounds. The school is at an exciting stage in its journey and is committed to securing the future of Lift Hazelwood as a centre of excellence and innovation, where talent is nurtured.
Benefits
* excellent transport links
* a beautiful, modern, purpose-built site with extensive grounds and our own forest school facility
* fantastic community links and supportive parents who value the work of the school
* successful ECT mentoring, both through our trust network and our local Swindon network, so we can help you have a confident start to your teaching career
* regular CPD opportunities, both through the school and the trust
* a team of happy, proactive and supportive colleagues who are welcoming of new staff
* a staff well being package and recognition that a work-life balance is crucial for all colleagues
About 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 acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.
We Offer You
* Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
* 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.
Ready to apply?
Ready to apply? Get in touch here. We can’t wait to hear from you. The role is part-time and fixed term. Closing date: 07 September 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Safeguarding and Equality
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. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. 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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Downloads
* HWA Teaching Assistant Job Description And Person Specification (1).pdf
* Brochure
* Safer Recruitment Statement
Job details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Education and Training
* Industries: Primary and Secondary Education
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