Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Aspire People Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People Limited is assisting a friendly North London primary school to recruit a Level 3 Teaching Assistant for a full-time, term-time contract starting September 2026. You will support pupils' learning, wellbeing and independence, both in class and in small-group interventions.

With a Level 3 TA qualification and a solid grasp of the primary curriculum, you will collaborate with teachers, build positive relationships with children and parents, and help create a safe, inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Has a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working with children in a primary school or similar setting.
• Good understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Confident supporting phonics, reading, writing and maths.
• Patient, caring and enthusiastic.
• Can build positive relationships with children, staff and parents.
• Can work independently while also being an effective member of a team.
• Has a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Committed to helping every child reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with daily teaching and learning activities.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Support pupils with additional needs, including SEND where appropriate.
• Lead structured interventions such as phonics, reading, writing or maths.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
• Monitor pupils' progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Support pupils during break and lunchtime when required.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.

Skills

Phonics support

Reading support

Maths support

Safeguarding knowledge

Interventions

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Tools

Job description

Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Primary School
Location: North London
Contract: Full-time, term-time only
Start Date: September 2026

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive primary school in North London.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to support pupils' learning, development and wellbeing. You will provide support both within the classroom and through small-group and individual interventions.

The role will include:

• Supporting the class teacher with daily teaching and learning activities.
• Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Supporting pupils with additional needs, including SEND where appropriate.
• Leading structured interventions such as phonics, reading, writing or maths activities.
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
• Monitoring pupils' progress and providing feedback to teachers.
• Preparing classroom resources and learning materials.
• Supporting pupils during break and lunchtime when required.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Has experience working with children in a primary school or similar setting.
• Has a good understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Is confident supporting phonics, reading, writing and maths.
• Is patient, caring and enthusiastic.
• Can build positive relationships with children, staff and parents.
• Can work independently while also being an effective member of a team.
• Has a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Is committed to supporting every child to reach their potential.

What we offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school environment.
• A committed and experienced teaching team.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive leadership.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's learning and development.

If you are an enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in North London, we would love to hear from you.

Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.