Teaching Assistant

Level 3 Teaching Assistant – PPA Cover (Chadderton)
Full-Time | EYFS – KS2 | Starting After October Half Term

Teaching Personnel is proud to partner with a number of friendly and supportive primary schools in the Chadderton area, and we’re currently looking to recruit experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistants to provide PPA cover across EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2, starting after the October half term.

This is a fantastic opportunity for confident TA3s who are ready to take on more responsibility in the classroom—leading lessons from pre-prepared plans, without the pressure of full-time planning duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering engaging lessons across various year groups during teachers’ PPA time
• Supporting pupils’ learning and encouraging active participation
• Managing classroom behaviour and creating a positive learning environment
• Collaborating with class teachers to support academic and developmental goals

Who We’re Looking For:

• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience leading full-class sessions with confidence
• Strong communication and effective classroom management skills
• Adaptability to work across different age groups and key stages
• A current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)

Job Overview:

• Contract: Full-time (Monday to Friday, term-time only)
• Start Date: After October half term
• Pay: Competitive daily rates, dependent on experience

If you're a capable TA3 ready to grow professionally and take the next step in your education career, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up-to-date CV to be considered for this exciting opportunity!

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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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