Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Job description
Are you passionate about supporting children’s learning and development? Do you have the skills and experience to make a real difference in the classroom? We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team.
Location: Nelson
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: £14.23 - £15 per hour
Start Date: January 2026
About the Role:
As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support the class teacher in delivering high-quality education
- Work with individuals and small groups to boost learning outcomes
- Assist in planning and delivering engaging activities
- Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
- Provide support for pupils with additional needs, where required
What We’re Looking For:
- A relevant Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent)
- Experience working in a primary school setting
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A positive, proactive attitude and a genuine passion for education
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
We Offer:
- A welcoming and inclusive school community
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Supportive leadership and staff
- A chance to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives
How to Apply:
Please send your CV, outlining all your relevant experience supporting and teaching children.
Please note that you will only be considered for this role if you have got a Level 3 qualification.
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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