CITB aims to lead the construction sector by example to ensure fairness, inclusion and respect for all. We seek to build a workforce that reflects Britain’s diverse population and people from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply for vacancies. Our main objective is to create a culture that helps all our customers strive towards a workforce that is reflective of today’s society.
This role is site based at our NCC England East Campus. The target salary for this role is £33,990
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team of Teaching Assistants at our NCC England East Campus at Bircham Newton, Kings Lynn, Norfolk. The role of the Teaching Assistant is primarily to support learners with additional learning needs, working alongside our instructors and lecturers to help learners achieve their full potential and overcoming the barriers to learning.
Essential criteria:
Experience of supporting learners with additional needs in an education setting.
English and maths qualifications at level 2 or above.
Educated to level 3 or above.
Excellent IT skills including Office 365 Word and Excel.
Prepared to work towards and achieve relevant teaching qualification to at least level 3 (achieved within 9 months).
Confidence to advise and challenge on all aspects relating to additional learning support.
Ability to motivate, enthuse and develop positive attitudes in learners and supporting them to overcome barriers to learning and progression.
Prepared to work toward and achieve relevant qualifications that support the curriculum area.
Well organised and efficient with the ability to manage own workload.
Strong team player with the ability to support others.
Excellent organisational skills.
Desirable criteria:
Teaching qualification level 5
Assessor Awards
Degree level education
Experience of apprenticeship delivery
Knowledge of learning support relating funding requirements
Coaching and/or mentoring qualification
Other requirements:
Able to work non-standard hours as required from time to time
Able to travel and make occasional overnight stops when required
Full Driving Licence
Enhanced DBS check
Benefits include:
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service to 30 days.
A flexible benefits package with a variety of options such as buying/selling annual leave days, health care, dental care
Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing resources.
Employee discounts
Long service awards
CITB recognition scheme
Onsite gym at NCC East
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 the Disclosure and Barring Service. An enhanced DBS with child barring check is required for this post. During the shortlisting process, CITB may consider carrying out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of its due diligence.