Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Networking opportunities

Flexible working patterns

Job summary

Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy is seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant (Term-time + 3 days) to bolster teaching and learning across the school.

You will work with class teachers to deliver tailored support for individuals and small groups, reinforce learning, manage behaviour, and promote pupil engagement. You may lead specific interventions, support pupils with additional needs, and assist with assessment and progress tracking.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils in a classroom environment.
• Ability to plan and deliver targeted support for individuals and small groups.
• Commitment to promoting pupil engagement and positive behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver tailored support for individuals and small groups.
• Cover lessons during short-term teacher absences as needed.
• Contribute to assessment and progress tracking and maintain pupil records.

Skills

Classroom support

Behaviour management

Interventions

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

NVQ/Qualifications equivalent

Job description

Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy is looking to appoint a Level 3 Teaching Assistant (Term-time + 3 days). As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting high-quality teaching and learning across the school. This role is ideal for someone with strong classroom experience, a proactive approach, and a genuine passion for helping pupils reach their full potential.

You will work closely with class teachers to plan and deliver tailored support for individuals and small groups, helping to reinforce learning, manage behaviour, and promote pupil engagement. With your advanced skills and knowledge, you may also take responsibility for leading specific interventions, supporting pupils with additional needs, and contributing to assessment and progress tracking.

In addition to classroom support, you may be asked to cover lessons in the short-term absence of a teacher, demonstrating confidence and initiative in managing the learning environment. Your ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families will be essential in creating a nurturing and inclusive school community.

This is a rewarding and varied role that offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils' academic and personal development, while continuing to grow professionally within a supportive team.

We can offer:

• The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and successful team
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Networking opportunities.
• Flexible working patterns