Intervention Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a motivated and dedicated Intervention Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and vibrant school community. This rewarding role will involve working closely with pupils who require additional academic support, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will deliver targeted interventions across a range of subjects, supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups to accelerate progress and boost confidence.

Location: Nelson
Salary: £14.25 - £15.25 per hour
Contract Type: Long-term Maternity cover
Hours: Full-time 8.30am – 3.30pm
Start Date: 1^st September 2026

Job Title: Intervention Teaching Assistant

The Role

As an Intervention Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Deliver targeted intervention programmes in literacy, numeracy, and other curriculum areas.
• Work with individuals and small groups identified as requiring additional support.
• Support pupils in closing learning gaps and achieving age-related expectations.
• Monitor, record, and report on pupil progress.
• Liaise with class teachers and the SENCO to ensure interventions are effective and tailored to individual needs.
• Adapt resources and learning activities to meet the needs of all learners.
• Encourage pupil engagement, resilience, and independence.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to support both academic progress and wellbeing.

About You

The successful candidate will:

• Have previous experience working with children in a school or educational setting.
• Demonstrate a passion for helping pupils achieve their potential.
• Possess strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Have experience delivering interventions or targeted support programmes (desirable).
• Be able to motivate and engage pupils of varying abilities.
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Be patient, proactive, and adaptable in their approach.
• Work effectively as part of a team while using their own initiative.

Experience supporting pupils with SEND, English as an Additional Language (EAL), or those working below age-related expectations would be advantageous.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive staff team.
• Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn and succeed.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A well-resourced and inclusive learning environment.
• The opportunity to make a measurable difference to pupil outcomes.
• A rewarding role with the chance to support children in reaching important educational milestones.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV, outlining all your relevant experience delivering interventions.

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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.
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