Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Skelmersdale, Lancashire is seeking a Level 3 Academic Support Assistant to work in a Year 6 class, delivering Maths and English interventions to close gaps and raise attainment.

The role is term-time only, 12-month contract with 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, and weekly pay. Experience in KS2 and a proactive attitude are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience supporting or teaching pupils within Key Stage 2.
• Be confident delivering targeted Maths and English interventions.
• Strong Literacy and Numeracy skills.
• Be able to support small groups of pupils effectively and adapt learning to meet individual needs.
• Be academically minded and committed to raising pupil attainment.
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Be confident, proactive and able to work collaboratively with teaching staff.
• Be committed to maintaining high standards whilst fostering a positive learning environment.
• Have a positive attitude, enthusiasm and a good sense of humour.

Responsibilities

• Assist alongside an experienced Year 6 teacher and contribute to raising attainment across the curriculum.
• Work with small groups and individual learners to deliver targeted Maths and English interventions.
• Support pupils to achieve their full academic potential and monitor progress.

Skills

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

KS2 experience

Maths interventions

English interventions

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Experience in Key Stage 2

Job description

Skelmersdale, Lancashire
Term Time Only
12-Month Contract (Potential to Extend)
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
Weekly Pay

Are you an ambitious and academically strong Teaching Assistant looking for an opportunity to make a real impact in Upper Key Stage 2?

A welcoming and supportive primary school in Skelmersdale is seeking a Level 3 Academic Support Assistant to work within a Year 6 classroom, supporting pupils as they prepare for the transition to secondary school. This role reflects the additional academic responsibility attached to supporting pupils in a crucial stage of their primary education.

The Role

Working alongside an experienced Year 6 teacher, you will play a key role in raising attainment and supporting pupil progress across the curriculum. The successful candidate will work with small groups of pupils as well as individual learners, delivering targeted Maths and English interventions designed to close gaps in learning and build confidence.

This role would suit someone who is passionate about education, enjoys working with older primary-aged children and is confident supporting pupils to achieve their full academic potential.

The Ideal Candidate

Applicants must:

• Hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Have experience supporting or teaching pupils within Key Stage 2.
• Be confident delivering targeted Maths and English interventions.
• Have strong Literacy and Numeracy skills.
• Be able to support small groups of pupils effectively and adapt learning to meet individual needs.
• Be academically minded and committed to raising pupil attainment.
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Be confident, proactive and able to work collaboratively with teaching staff.
• Be committed to maintaining high standards whilst fostering a positive learning environment.
• Have a positive attitude, enthusiasm and a good sense of humour.

Experience

The school welcomes applications from candidates with all levels of experience. Whether you are an experienced KS2 Teaching Assistant looking for your next challenge or a newly qualified Level 3 TA eager to develop your skills within a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.

What the School Offers

• Full-time hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm.
• Term-time-only