Level 3 Teaching Assistant
About This Role
The Role
We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our team. Working closely with the class teachers, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning, leading small group interventions, and promoting the wellbeing and spiritual growth of all children.
Key Responsibilities
Support high-quality teaching and learning under the direction of the class teacher.
Deliver planned interventions and small-group work, including supporting children with additional needs.
Lead learning activities with individuals, small groups, and occasionally the whole class.
Contribute to planning, assessment, and the preparation of classroom resources.
Promote pupils’ spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, in line with the Catholic ethos of the school.
Support children’s social and emotional wellbeing, modelling positive behaviour and relationships.
Assist with classroom organisation and administrative tasks as needed.
Build strong, positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents/carers.
Supervise children during breaks, lunchtimes, and school activities.
About You
The successful candidate will:
Hold a relevant Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
Have proven experience of supporting teaching and learning in a primary school setting, ideally Key Stage 1.
Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Be flexible, proactive, and able to use initiative effectively.
Have high expectations of behaviour and learning, encouraging all children to achieve their potential.
Support and uphold the Catholic ethos and values of the school (being a practising Catholic is desirable but not essential).