Learning Assistant Level 3 - Fixed Term - Maternity Cover

St Helens Council; St Helens; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Lansbury Bridge School in St Helens seeks a dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant on a fixed term basis to join a friendly, committed team. This role supports pupils with complex needs, including SEN/ASC, and contributes to a nurturing learning environment where professional development is encouraged.

We value staff who are child-centred, reliable, and eager to grow. The school offers a collaborative culture, wellbeing focus, and opportunities for leadership development within a supportive

Qualifications

• We are looking for someone who has a passion for teaching and learning.
• Builds strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Is committed to high standards and achieving the best outcomes for all.
• Embraces creativity and innovation in the classroom.
• Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to school life.

Responsibilities

• To work with and supervise individuals and groups of children under the direction of teaching staff.
• Provide support for specific learning needs and classroom management.
• Supervise whole classes during short-term absence of teachers with planned lessons.
• Provide short-term cover to enable Planning, Preparation and Assessment time.

Skills

Teaching

Teamwork

Relationship building

Creativity

Behaviour support

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Learn, Believe, Shine

Lansbury Bridge is seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and committed team on a fixed term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment where professional development is encouraged, and every child is valued.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for teaching and learning
• Builds strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
• Is committed to high standards and achieving the best outcomes for all
• Embraces creativity and innovation in the classroom
• Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to school life

Working at Lansbury Bridge

Joining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you’re not just a teacher or staff member — you’re a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.

Our staff enjoy:

• A collaborative and friendly environment where ideas are valued and shared
• The rewarding experience of seeing students grow, succeed, and develop confidence
• Opportunities for continuous professional growth and leadership development
• The chance to make a real difference, shaping the future of our students
• A culture that balances high expectations with genuine care and respect

Experience of working with children with SEN and ASC/behavioural difficulties would be an advantage.

Lansbury Bridge School is a generic special school which caters for 240 children and young people, aged 4-14. All of our pupils have complex needs and have an EHCP in place. The majority of our pupils have profound, severe or moderate learning difficulties while over 50% also have a diagnosis of ASC. A number have additional sensory, physical and medical difficulties.

Our motto is 'Learn, Believe, Shine' and we encourage this of our staff as well as our pupils. Lansbury Bridge is a special place to learn and work. Every day is different and brings with it new joys and challenges making the role interesting and rewarding.

We have high expectations of our staff and this supports the best outcomes for our wonderful pupils. If you are child centred, hard-working and of a positive disposition, we'd love to hear from you.

Routine, structure and the support of consistent staff is of great benefit for our pupils, therefore reliable staff with great attendance records are encouraged to be a part of our team.

Purpose of the Role

To work with and supervise individuals and groups of children under the direction/instruction of teaching and/or senior staff, inclusive of specific individual learning needs. Enabling access to learning for all pupils, assistance and support in classroom management and behaviour techniques and providing specialist support in a specific curricular/resource area. Supervision of whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers with agreed lessons plans in place. Provide short-term cover to enable Planning, Preparation and Assessment time to be effectively managed.

As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant there is an expectation that you have the confidence and organisational skills to support and direct colleagues as instructed by the Teacher.

At Lansbury Bridge, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.

Come join us — where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares.

Lansbury Bridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

For more information regarding this role, please contact [e-mail] FAO Claire Jones

Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.

This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation.

The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.