Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Martins Wood Primary School; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Ivy Learning Trust is seeking a caring and proactive teaching assistant to work across Early Years, KS1 and KS2. You will support learning activities, help manage classrooms, and assist with lunchtime supervision.

The role requires good communication, enthusiasm, and a flexible approach to support varied learner needs. DBS checks and safeguarding measures apply.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills across groups and individually.
• Experience across Early Years, KS1 and KS2 is preferred.
• Ability to supervise lunchtime and support classroom routines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering engaging activities across all areas of development.
• Support the class teacher with classroom management and safety.
• Observe and assess progress to tailor learning experiences.
• Support children’s personal, social and emotional development and independence.
• Communicate with parents and carers to engage them in learning.

Skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Flexibility

Enthusiasm

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

We are looking for someone who is caring, flexible, shows initiative and is able to work as part of our school. You should have good communication skills and be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of the needs of children in large and small groups and as well as on an individual basis. The successful candidate will also have the ability to approach tasks with enthusiasm, positivity, energy and commitment. Ideally, we would like the candidate to be qualified at level 3.

This position will be working across the school in Early Years, KS1 and KS2, we would therefore encourage applications from candidates with experience in all areas.

Duties will also include some lunchtime supervision.

Hours: 8.30am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday

Total of 35 hours per week (term time only)

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in delivering engaging activities that promote children's development across all areas.
• Support the class teacher in managing classroom dynamics and maintaining a safe, inclusive environment.
• Support the teaching and learning of children across the school.
• Observe and assess children's progress, providing feedback to help tailor individual learning experiences.
• Support children’s personal, social, and emotional development, helping to foster independence and positive behaviour.
• Contribute positively to the work of the team, sharing ideas and resources to enhance the overall learning experience.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers, supporting them to engage in their child’s learning journey.

Ivy Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding the wellbeing of our pupils and young people. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS and online social media check. Further information about the disclosure can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service.

Employment at Ivy Learning Trust is also subject to:

• Satisfactory references
• Barred list check (regulated activity roles)
• Section 128 check (for applicable roles)
• Overseas criminal records check (where required) D
• Identity check
• Right to work in the UK
• Evidence of qualifications applicable to the role
• Confirmation of registration with applicable registered body where applicable