Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Smile Education; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Long-term role

September start

CPD and training

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Smile Education is recruiting for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support pupils across KS3 and KS4 in a secondary school in Oldham. This role requires a Level 3 TA or equivalent qualification and a right-to-work in the UK. DBS update service is preferred, with ongoing CPD opportunities.

The position is long-term with a September start, paying £100–£120 per day, and weekly pay. You will work under teaching staff to help students access learning and stay engaged.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is essential.
• Applicants without a Level 3 qualification will not be considered.
• Experience with children or young people in an education setting is required.
• Secondary school experience is desirable.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across KS3 and KS4.
• Work with pupils one-to-one and in small groups.
• Assist teaching staff with classroom routines and learning activities.
• Support pupils with SEND, SEMH and additional needs.
• Provide feedback on pupil progress and engagement.
• Follow safeguarding procedures at all times.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Reliability

Patience

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification

Equivalent education/childcare qualification

Job description

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Oldham

£100–£120 per day | September start | Long-term

Smile Education are recruiting for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to work within a secondary school in Oldham.

This role is only suitable for candidates who hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification, or an equivalent education/childcare qualification.

Applicants without a relevant Level 3 qualification will not be considered.

The Role

As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils across KS3 and KS4, working alongside teaching staff to help students access learning, stay engaged and make progress.

The role may involve in-class support, one-to-one work, small-group intervention and supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH or additional learning needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils across KS3 and KS4.
• Work with pupils on a one-to-one and small-group basis.
• Assist teaching staff with classroom routines and learning activities.
• Support pupils with SEND, SEMH and additional needs where required.
• Help pupils remain focused, engaged and on task.
• Promote positive behaviour and clear expectations.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and engagement.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Follow safeguarding procedures at all times.

Requirements

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is essential.
• Applicants without a relevant Level 3 qualification will not be considered.
• Experience working with children or young people in an education setting is required.
• Secondary school experience is desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH or additional needs is beneficial.
• You must be reliable, professional, patient and adaptable.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills are essential.
• You must hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one.
• You must have the right to work in the UK.

Pay and Benefits

• £100–£120 per day, paid weekly.
• Long-term role within a secondary school in Oldham.
• September start available.
• Opportunity to support pupils across KS3 and KS4.
• Suitable for qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistants looking for consistent school-based work.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• CPD and training available.

Safeguarding and Compliance

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will complete full compliance checks, including an Enhanced DBS, Barred List checks, right to work verification, qualification checks and references.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.