Level 3 Qualified 1:1 Teaching Assistant

Level 3 Qualified 1:1 Teaching Assistant

Location: Preston

Start Date: May 2026

Agency: Teaching Personnel

Contract: Full-time, Term‑time

Pay rate: From £14.30 per hour

About the Role

Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Level 3 Qualified Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 behaviour and emotional regulation support for a Key Stage 3 pupil in a secondary school. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people during a crucial stage of their development, while also gaining valuable experience to strengthen their professional skillset.

About the School

• Rated Outstanding in every category in its most recent full Ofsted inspection), including Quality of Education, Behaviour & Attitudes, Personal Development, and Leadership & Management.
• School motto “Achieving Together”, emphasising teamwork, respect, and striving for excellence across all aspects of school life.
• Offers a broad and balanced curriculum, including GCSEs, BTECs, NVQs and City & Guilds pathways, supported by partnerships with local colleges.
• A school known for respectful culture, excellent uniform standards, strong pastoral care, and an ethos where structure and high expectations help pupils thrive.
• Led by dedicated Headteacher, whose leadership continues to drive the school’s exceptional standards and community-centred values.

About the role

• Provide warm, patient and consistent 1:1 behaviour and emotional regulation support to a Key Stage 3 pupil, helping them feel understood, safe and supported as they navigate both the social and academic demands of secondary school.
• Work closely with the SENCO, pastoral team, subject teachers, parents and external professionals to ensure consistent strategies, celebrate progress and deliver the most effective tailored support across the school day.
• Encourage positive peer interactions, confidence‑building opportunities and social development, helping the young person feel included, valued and proud of their achievements within a busy secondary environment.
• Support subject teachers by adapting tasks, providing reassurance and introducing creative approaches that help the pupil access a range of curriculum areas at a pace that suits their needs.
• Collaborate with a caring, experienced and supportive staff team who believe in holistic development, inclusion and celebrating every success — no matter how small.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in similar roles, such as supporting young people with additional or behavioural needs.
• Understanding of SEMH profiles and the challenges pupils may face in secondary settings.
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent (Desirable).
• A patient, consistent and youth‑centred approach.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service.

Benefits of Teaching Personnel

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Access to exclusive accredited CPD opportunities, including behaviour support, de‑escalation and mental health training.
• A friendly and dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for long‑term roles and potential permanent positions.

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.
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