Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Year 1

The Supply Register Ltd.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Birley Spa Primary Academy (S12, Sheffield) is partnering with The Supply Register to recruit a Level 3 Teaching Assistant for a Year 1 class from September 2026. This full-time, long-term role sits within the LEAD Academy Trust and offers the chance to support pupils during a key stage in a welcoming school team.

You will work with whole-class learning, run small group and 1:1 interventions, support planning and delivery, assist pupils with additional needs, and help maintain high standards of

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting pupils in KS1.
• Confidence working independently with groups and individuals.
• Excellent behaviour management skills.
• A proactive, reliable and committed approach.

Responsibilities

• Supporting whole-class learning in a Year 1 classroom
• Leading small group and 1:1 interventions
• Assisting with planning and classroom delivery
• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs
• Helping maintain high standards of behaviour and engagement

Skills

KS1 experience

Behaviour management

Independent worker

Proactive

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Level 3 Teaching Assistant (Year 1) - Birley Spa Primary Academy (S12, Sheffield)

L.E.A.D Academy Trust | September 2026 Start | Full-Time Long-Term Role

Are you a qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a supportive primary school?

The Supply Register is partnering with the L.E.A.D. Academy Trust to recruit a full-time Level 3 Teaching Assistant for Birley Spa Primary Academy, working within a Year 1 class from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils during a key stage of their learning while working as part of a welcoming and dedicated school team.

Your role will include:

• Supporting whole-class learning in a Year 1 classroom
• Leading small group and 1:1 interventions
• Assisting with planning and classroom delivery
• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs
• Helping maintain high standards of behaviour and engagement

We're looking for:

• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience
• Experience supporting pupils in KS1
• Confidence working independently with groups and individuals
• Excellent behaviour management skills
• A proactive, reliable and committed approach

Why join?

• Full-time role from September 2026
• Opportunity to work within the L.E.A.D. Academy Trust
• Free CPD and training opportunities
• Weekly PAYE payments
• Competitive rates of pay
• Dedicated support from The Supply Register team