Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Aspire People Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People Limited is seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support pupils across primary settings in Manchester and surrounding areas. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with learning activities, and help pupils develop confidence and resilience.

The role requires a Level 3 TA qualification and UK school experience; you will work closely with class teachers and SEND teams, supporting phonics, maths and English, while maintaining an inclusive, positive classroom

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 3 Teaching Assistant or Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification.
• UK-based experience in a school for 6+ months.
• Experience supporting pupils across the primary age range.
• Strong understanding of classroom support and pupil development.
• Confident supporting pupils with SEND.
• Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
• Patient, adaptable and committed to helping pupils succeed.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils.
• Supporting pupils with SEND, learning difficulties and additional needs.
• Assisting with planning and delivering learning activities.
• Supporting phonics, Maths, English and curriculum-based interventions.
• Helping pupils build confidence, independence and resilience.
• Supporting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Working with class teachers, SENCOs and other staff.
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress.
• Supporting classroom routines and maintaining an inclusive environment.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Patience

Adaptable

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Manchester & Surrounding Areas Full-Time & Long-Term Opportunities Aspire People

Aspire People are recruiting Level 3 Teaching Assistants to work across a range of welcoming primary schools in Manchester and the surrounding areas.

We are looking for experienced and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants who hold a relevant Level 3 qualification and have more than 6 months of UK-based experience working within a school.

The Role:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils
• Supporting pupils with SEND, learning difficulties, and additional needs
• Assisting with planning and delivering learning activities
• Supporting phonics, Maths, English, and curriculum-based interventions
• Helping pupils build confidence, independence, and resilience
• Supporting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress
• Supporting classroom routines and maintaining an inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds a relevant Level 3 Teaching Assistant or Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification
• Has more than 6 months of UK-based experience working within a school
• Has experience supporting pupils across the primary age range
• Has a strong understanding of classroom support and pupil development
• Is confident supporting pupils with SEND
• Has excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills
• Is patient, adaptable, and committed to helping pupils succeed

Why Work with Aspire People?

• Access to a wide range of primary school opportunities
• Full-time, part-time, and long-term placements available
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Dedicated consultant guidance and support
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Potential pathways into HLTA and permanent school-based roles

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.