Level 3 Teaching Assistant - PPA Cover

Cover People; Manchester; Vor Ort; GBP 18.000 - 24.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Cover People are recruiting for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant with PPA cover responsibilities to join a primary school in Eccles on a long-term basis.

The role combines general classroom support with planned PPA cover, and you will deliver pre-planned lessons during PPA time while supporting pupils across the primary age range.

Excellent behaviour management and collaborative teamwork are valued in this supportive school community.

Qualifikationen

• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working in a primary school.
• Confidence supporting learning across different year groups.
• Experience delivering planned lessons, activities or interventions.
• Strong behaviour-management and communication skills.
• The ability to follow planning and maintain classroom routines.
• Experience supporting pupils with different abilities and learning needs.

Aufgaben

• Providing PPA cover across different primary classes and year groups
• Delivering pre-planned lessons and learning activities
• Supporting pupils to understand and complete their work
• Maintaining positive behaviour and effective classroom routines
• Providing general classroom support alongside teaching staff
• Leading small-group activities and targeted learning interventions
• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs, including SEND
• Adapting resources and activities to meet pupils' needs
• Helping monitor pupil engagement and progress
• Preparing classroom resources and supporting day-to-day learning
• Working closely with class teachers and other Teaching Assistants
• Contributing to a positive, inclusive and well-organised learning environment

Kenntnisse

Level 3 TA

PPA cover experience

Primary school experience

Ausbildung

A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Level 3 Teaching Assistant PPA Cover

Location: Eccles
Start Date: After October Half Term
Role: Long-term
Pay: £95-£130

Cover People are currently recruiting for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant with PPA cover responsibilities to join a primary school in Eccles on a long-term basis.

This varied role would suit an experienced Teaching Assistant who is confident supporting learning across the primary age range and can take the lead in delivering pre-planned lessons when teachers are undertaking their PPA time.

The successful candidate will combine general classroom support with planned PPA cover, helping pupils remain engaged and ensuring learning continues smoothly throughout the school day.

About the School

This is an inclusive primary school that values positive relationships, high expectations and a supportive approach to learning. The school aims to create an environment where children feel safe, valued and encouraged to reach their potential. Staff work collaboratively to support pupils' academic progress, personal development and individual learning needs.

The Role

Working as part of the school's support team, you will provide classroom assistance and take responsibility for delivering planned learning activities during allocated PPA cover.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing PPA cover across different primary classes and year groups


• Delivering pre-planned lessons and learning activities


• Supporting pupils to understand and complete their work


• Maintaining positive behaviour and effective classroom routines


• Providing general classroom support alongside teaching staff


• Leading small-group activities and targeted learning interventions


• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs, including SEND


• Adapting resources and activities to meet pupils' needs


• Helping monitor pupil engagement and progress


• Preparing classroom resources and supporting day-to-day learning


• Working closely with class teachers and other Teaching Assistants


• Contributing to a positive, inclusive and well-organised learning environment

About You

We're looking for a confident and adaptable Level 3 Teaching Assistant who enjoys taking an active role in children's learning and is comfortable leading activities when required.

You should have:

• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent relevant experience


• Previous experience working in a primary school


• Confidence supporting learning across different year groups


• Experience delivering planned lessons, activities or interventions


• Strong behaviour-management and communication skills


• The ability to follow planning and maintain classroom routines


• Experience supporting pupils with different abilities and learning needs


• A flexible, organised and proactive approach


• The ability to work independently when required and collaboratively as part of a team

Experience providing PPA cover or leading classroom learning activities would be particularly beneficial.

Why Apply?

• Long-term opportunity in a primary school


• A varied role combining TA responsibilities with PPA cover


• Opportunity to work across different classes and year groups


• Supportive school environment


• Opportunity to make a positive contribution to pupils' learning


• Ongoing support from your Cover People consultant

If you're an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term role that combines classroom support with PPA cover, we'd love to hear from you.

All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of these schools. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures in line with statutory guidance, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Cover People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.