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Level 3 TA required

  1. Teaching Assistant
  2. Cambridge
Date posted : 09/03/26
  1. Flexible Working
£95 - 110 per day

Job description

Level 3 Qualified Teaching Assistant – Multiple Roles Across Cambridgeshire

Location: Cambridgeshire
Employer: Teaching Personnel
Position Type: Full-time, Part-time, and Flexible Opportunities Available
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting Level 3 Qualified Teaching Assistants to support a range of primary schools, secondary schools, and nurseries across Cambridgeshire. These roles offer flexible working opportunities and the chance to make a real impact on pupils’ learning and development.

We are working with a variety of educational settings that require skilled and passionate Teaching Assistants who can support classroom learning, provide targeted interventions, and contribute positively to the school environment.

Please note: A recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant (or equivalent childcare/education) qualification is essential for this role. Applications without the relevant qualification will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons

  • Provide one-to-one or small group support to pupils

  • Assist with classroom management and behaviour support

  • Help prepare learning materials and classroom resources

  • Support pupils with additional learning needs where required

  • Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment

  • Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and school staff

Requirements

  • A recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent qualification (essential)

  • Previous experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • A positive, proactive, and flexible approach to work

  • A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development

  • Willingness to obtain or hold an enhanced DBS on the update service

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

Teaching Personnel is the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, offering excellent support, career development, and opportunities for education professionals.

Benefits of working with Teaching Personnel include:

  • Competitive weekly pay paid directly through PAYE

  • Flexible work to suit your schedule – daily, short-term, and long-term roles

  • Opportunities across a wide network of schools and nurseries

  • Access to free and heavily subsidised CPD training courses to support career progression

  • Dedicated education recruitment consultants who understand your career goals

  • Opportunities to gain experience in a variety of educational settings

  • Potential for long-term placements and permanent positions

  • Support with CV writing and interview preparation

  • Online portal to manage bookings, timesheets, and payslips easily

  • £50 refer-a-friend bonus scheme

  • Guidance and support with safeguarding and compliance requirements

  • Opportunity to build valuable experience within the education sector

Apply Today

If you are a Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant looking for flexible opportunities in Cambridgeshire schools and nurseries, we would love to hear from you.

Join Teaching Personnel and take the next step in your education career while making a meaningful difference in the classroom.

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.

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