Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Smile Education; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education are seeking a reliable Teaching Assistant to support learning in primary schools around Bushbury. This full-time role offers a flexible, supportive environment and the chance to work with children across KS2.

You will help pupils build confidence, develop key skills, and contribute to a calm, inclusive classroom. Responsibilities include supporting teachers during engaging lessons, working with individuals and small groups, and helping prepare learning resources.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification required.
• Experience working in a school setting or with children.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Passion for supporting children's learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons across KS2.
• Work with individuals and small groups to support learning and progress.
• Promote positive behaviour and a calm, inclusive classroom environment.
• Assist pupils with varying abilities and learning needs, including additional support.
• Help prepare learning resources and activities to engage pupils.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.
• Support social, emotional, and academic development of pupils.

Skills

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Strong communication

Behaviour management

Experience in school setting

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Job description

Location: Bushbury

Start date: ASAP

Contract: Full-time

Pay: £90-108

Are you a Teaching Assistant in the Bushbury area looking for a flexible role within a supportive school environment?

We are seeking an reliable Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development across welcoming and well-established primary schools.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys helping pupils build their confidence, develop key skills, and reach their full potential.We are looking for someone who is dedicated and willing to work 5 days a week. We take the time to understand what our candidates want and are committed to finding roles that suit their skills, experience, and career goals.

As a Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons across KS2
• Working with individual pupils and small groups to support their learning, development and progress
• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping to create a calm, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
• Assisting pupils with varying abilities and learning needs, including those requiring additional support
• Helping to prepare classroom resources and learning activities to enhance pupil engagement
• Working collaboratively with teachers, teaching assistants, and other school staff to ensure the best outcomes for pupils
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and academic development, helping them to build confidence and reach their full potential
• Assisting with playground duties, school activities, and other responsibilities as required by the school

To be successful in this role, you must:

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Experience working in a school setting or closely with children
• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant within a primary school
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• A passion for supporting children's learning, development, and well being
• A positive, patient, and flexible approach to working with pupils of varying abilities
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or a willingness to apply for one

Why apply with us?

• Flexible short-term, long-term opportunity within a supportive school environment
• Friendly and dedicated staff who will work with you collaboratively
• Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate
• The opportunity to make a real and lasting difference to young people through a more personalised approach to learning
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Smile Education consultant
• Competitive rates of pay such as £90-108

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