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Associate Assistant Principal Lift Rawlett Comberford Road Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 9AA United Kingdom Salary: Grade 10 SCP 36-39 £47,181.00 - £50, 269 + Wellbeing Cash Plan + Pension Scheme (LGPS) + Additional Benefits Hours: 37 hours a week, all year round Contract Type: Fixed Term until August 2027 Start Date: September 2026 Lead Culture. Drive Attendance. Transform Lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join Lift Rawlett School as an Associate Assistant Principal - Pastoral, playing a pivotal role in strengthening behaviour, attendance, safeguarding, pastoral provision and student culture across the school. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide strategic leadership for pastoral systems and interventions, ensuring every student is supported to achieve their full potential both academically and personally. This is a highly influential role for an ambitious leader who is passionate about improving outcomes, removing barriers to learning and creating a culture where every student can thrive. Your New School Lift Rawlett is part of Lift Schools, a trust of 59 schools committed to providing an excellent education in every classroom, every day. The school is led by Executive Principal Jo Paddock and Head of School Tom Martin, both of whom bring a strong track record of delivering rapid and sustained school improvement. Together, they are building a culture rooted in high expectations, strong relationships and a relentless focus on student success. This is a school with genuine momentum, where standards are rising, systems are becoming increasingly embedded, and there is a clear commitment to creating a calm, safe and inclusive environment for all students. Your New Role You will provide strategic leadership for behaviour, attendance, student welfare and pastoral support across the school. You will lead the Pastoral Team and Attendance Team, including line management responsibility for Heads of Year and attendance staff, ensuring that systems, interventions and support structures are effective in securing outstanding outcomes for students. You will: • Provide visible and values-driven leadership across the school., • Lead and implement strategic plans to improve pastoral, behaviour, and attendance., • Drive improvements in attendance to ensure the school exceeds national benchmarks., • Lead interventions for persistent absence and work closely with families to remove barriers to attendance., • Oversee behaviour systems, rewards, recognition and restorative approaches that promote a positive culture for learning., • Lead on managed moves, alternative provision and liaison with external agencies., • Ensure effective pastoral support plans are in place for vulnerable students., • Analyse behaviour and attendance data to identify trends and drive targeted interventions., • Support the effective management of safeguarding, student welfare and wellbeing matters., • Work collaboratively with parents, carers and external partners to improve outcomes for young people., • Contribute to whole-school strategic planning and school improvement priorities., • Develop, coach and hold staff accountable through effective leadership and line management., • Support the implementation of policies and procedures that promote high standards of conduct, attendance and behaviour. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant whole-school impact and contribute directly to the next phase of Lift Rawlett's improvement journey. What You'll Need to Succeed You will be an experienced pastoral leader with a proven track record of improving behaviour, attendance and student outcomes. You will have strong leadership and communication skills, experience in leading and developing teams, and the ability to use data to drive improvement and inform decision-making. A deep understanding of safeguarding, student wellbeing, and pastoral provision is essential, alongside a commitment to ensuring that every student succeeds, regardless of their background. Why Join Lift Rawlett? This role offers the opportunity to work alongside an experienced and ambitious leadership team during a key stage of the school's development. It would suit an established pastoral leader seeking broader strategic responsibility or an ambitious senior leader looking to progress towards Vice Principal and beyond. 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 59 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: • 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 programs, 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 and travel deals. Please don't wait until the closing date to apply. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be arranged before the closing date. Closing Date: 6th July 2026 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. 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 which is inline 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. 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. Follow us on , , and . Further details can be found on our careers page. Lift Schools is recruiting for Teacher Training placements. Please click _ to view the website for further details. Downloads _ _ _ _ PandoLogic. Keywords: School Assistant Principal, Location: Tamworth, ENG - B77 2RN

Teaching Assistant – Secondary Schools Full-Time | Flexible Hours | Competitive Pay Join Zest Education and make a difference in secondary schools across Staffordshire. Zest Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work full-time in a variety of secondary schools throughout Staffordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve their potential in the classroom. The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will: • Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons, • Work with students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, • Help maintain a positive learning environment, • Support pupils with additional learning needs where required, • Assist with classroom preparation and daily school activities What We Offer • Full-time opportunities in secondary schools across Staffordshire, • Flexible working hours to suit your availability, • Competitive rates of pay, • Free parking at many school locations, • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant, • Opportunities to gain valuable school-based experience Requirements • Previous experience working with young people is desirable, • A passion for education and supporting students, • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • A positive and proactive attitude, • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to begin your career in education, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and start your journey in secondary education

SEND Teaching Assistant Location:Tamworth Start Date: ASAP (following vetting process) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm (Term Time Only) Salary: £93 - £100 per day Driving licence is ideal for this role but not a requirement. Are you passionate about helping children with special educational needs thrive in a nurturing and supportive environment? Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a well-respected SEND school. About the Role: As a key part of the classroom team, you’ll work closely with teachers and therapists to support students’ academic, emotional, and social development. You’ll provide one-to-one and group support, encourage independence, and help create a calm, engaging learning environment where every child is valued. What We’re Looking For: A patient, empathetic, and enthusiastic attitude Experience working with children or young people (in school or care settings) is desirable but not essential A genuine interest in supporting learners with additional needs Excellent communication and teamwork skills A valid Enhanced Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one What We Offer: A supportive, collaborative team environment Opportunities for training and professional development The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people every day Whether you're experienced in education or looking to begin a rewarding career in SEND support, we’d love to hear from you. Ready to make a meaningful impact? Apply now by attaching a copy of your CV to be part of a school community that celebrates every achievement, no matter how small. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

SEN Teaching Assistant Tamworth Hours: 8:30am – 3:10pm | Term Time Only Be Part of Something Extraordinary — Being a SEN teaching assistant is more than just a job — it’s a responsibility, a commitment, and a promise to serve with integrity. We are looking for a SEN teaching assistant to make a real difference in the lives of young people. We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Tamworth. The ideal candidate will be passionate about student progress, confident in supporting learning across the curriculum, and committed to helping every student reach their full potential. If you are caring, proactive, and committed to helping every learner reach their potential, we would love you to join our journey. Why This Role is So Special As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you won’t just support learning — you’ll help create a safe, inspiring environment where pupils feel understood, valued, and empowered. You will: Work closely with the class teacher to deliver engaging and meaningful learning Support pupils with reading, writing, and classwork Lead and deliver targeted interventions to support development Work 1:1 and in small groups to provide personalised support Assist with behaviour management in a nurturing and positive way Observe pupils and contribute to learning records Develop your curriculum knowledge as the school grows Help shape classroom routines and contribute to our evolving school culture Your impact will be felt every single day. About You We’re looking for someone who is naturally supportive, adaptable, and enthusiastic about working with children with additional needs. Essential: Experience as a Teaching Assistant Experience working with children with special educational needs Desirable: A Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant degree A genuine passion for inclusive education What We Offer Joining a new school means you’ll have the rare opportunity to grow alongside it. We offer: A friendly, diverse school that prioritises wellbeing and happiness Real opportunities for professional development A well-resourced and thoughtfully designed learning environment Dedicated staff who champion emotional welfare and high-quality teaching A creative, enriched curriculum that pupils take ownership of A supportive and nurturing culture for both students and staff Fun, engaging, and meaningful learning experiences every day Want to Make a Difference? If you’re excited about making a difference and making a lasting impact on young lives, we would love to hear from you. Submit your CV below or email (url removed) to apply. Come and join a school where every child matters — and every staff member makes a difference. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Smile Education is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEN primary school based in Tamworth and part of The Endeavour Multi Academy Trust. We are seeking multiple Teaching Assistants to support the school on a flexible day-to-day basis, with opportunities to secure regular long-term placements. About The Endeavour Multi Academy Trust The Endeavour Multi Academy Trust is committed to encouraging every member of its community to be the very best they can be. This commitment is underpinned by strong values of equity, respect, and opportunity, ensuring that all pupils and staff are supported to thrive. About the School Located in Tamworth, this specialist SEN primary school is proud to offer a teaching provision that enables all pupils to lead fulfilling lives and become as independent as possible. Through developing individual strengths and fostering a positive "can do" attitude towards life and learning, the school creates an environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. The school caters for a wide range of special educational needs and carefully plans and develops curriculum opportunities that are tailored to the needs of its pupils. This enables children to develop meaningful friendships with like-minded peers while building the skills and confidence needed for future success. A key focus of the school is developing caring, creative citizens by helping pupils to: Build self-knowledge, self-esteem, and self-confidence Distinguish right from wrong Accept responsibility for their actions and behaviour Show initiative and independence Understand how they can contribute positively to their community Develop respect, empathy, and understanding towards othersThe Opportunity Due to ongoing demand, the school is seeking multiple Teaching Assistants to provide cover for staff absence, training courses, and additional support requirements. There are opportunities for both flexible day-to-day work and regular long-term placements for candidates looking for greater consistency. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable experience within specialist education, take the next step in their career, or secure a role that offers greater work-life balance. Flexible working patterns allow you to fit work around your existing commitments while making a genuine difference to children's lives. Responsibilities Supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs within the classroom and around the school Assisting teachers in delivering engaging, personalised, and inclusive learning activities Supporting pupils' academic, social, emotional, and personal development Building positive relationships that promote confidence and independence Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement with learning Helping to create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment Supporting pupils to develop life skills and achieve individual targetsEssential Requirements A minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification Experience working with children or young people is desirable A patient, caring, and adaptable approach Strong communication and teamwork skills A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs The ability to provide a minimum of two years' employment and/or education references At least one reference must specifically comment on your experience and interaction with children or young people An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain oneWhy Apply? Flexible working opportunities to fit around your existing commitments Regular long-term opportunities available Gain valuable experience within a specialist SEN primary school in Tamworth Competitive rates of pay Ongoing support from your dedicated Smile Education consultant Access to training and professional development opportunities Opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children with additional needsWhether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant seeking flexibility or someone looking to build a rewarding career within SEND education, we would love to hear from you. We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and supportive SEN school in the Tamworth area for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. The school supports pupils across 3 sites, working with children from Nursery through to Year 6, and is looking for someone who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people with additional needs. The ideal candidate will be available full-time; however, part-time applicants will also be considered for the right person. The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will support students with a range of special educational needs both inside and outside of the classroom. You will work closely with teaching staff to help create a safe, engaging and nurturing learning environment where every child can thrive. This role will involve: Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups Assisting with classroom activities and learning interventions Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional development Supporting children with additional communication and sensory needs Building strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff across all 3 sites Helping to create a consistent and structured learning environmentThe Ideal Candidate Will Have: Previous experience working with children, ideally within an SEN or school setting A patient, caring and resilient attitude Strong communication and teamwork skills The ability to build trust and positive relationships with pupils A calm and adaptable approach to challenging situations A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs Commitment, consistency and reliability — these are essential qualities for this roleQualifications Required Applicants must hold a relevant qualification, such as: Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification CACHE qualification Childcare or Education-related qualification Or equivalent relevant experience and certificationWhy Apply? Opportunity to work within a supportive SEN setting Rewarding role making a real difference to children’s education and development Flexible consideration for part-time candidates Immediate start available Ongoing support from Smile Education throughout your placementIf you are a compassionate and committed Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in the Lichfield area, we would love to hear from you. We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications