Primary Level 3 Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a friendly primary school in Sheffield. This role involves providing essential support to children across various age groups, fostering an inclusive learning environment. The successful candidate will assist in delivering high-quality education, tailor learning resources, and support students with special educational needs. If you're passionate about making a difference in children's lives and want to work in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Supportive school environment

Opportunities for professional development

Friendly team of staff

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary-aged children, ideally within a school environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering high-quality education to pupils according to the curriculum.
• Provide one-to-one support for students requiring additional help.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Patience

Understanding of Child Development

Experience with SEN

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification

Tools

First Aid Training

Job description

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Primary Level 3 Teaching Assistant, Sheffield

Client:

Teaching Personnel

Location:

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

30.03.2025

Expiry Date:

14.05.2025

Job Description:

Primary Level 3 Teaching Assistant – Sheffield

Position: Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Contract Type: Agency, Full time / Part time
Salary: £83.85 - £100 per day
Start Date: March / April 2025

About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive primary school in Sheffield. The successful candidate will work under the direction of the class teacher, providing support to children across various age groups in the school, with a focus on supporting individual needs and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the delivery of high-quality education to pupils in accordance with the curriculum
2. Provide one-to-one support for students who require additional help, both academically and socially
3. Assist in planning and preparing learning resources, ensuring they are tailored to the needs of the students
4. Support children with special educational needs (SEN), adapting resources and tasks as required
5. Monitor student progress and provide feedback to the teacher
6. Support students during playtime, lunchtime, and other school activities
7. Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all children feel valued

Minimum Requirements:

1. Experience working with primary-aged children, ideally within a school environment
2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills
3. Ability to work as part of a team and under the guidance of the class teacher
4. A caring and patient attitude towards children
5. Knowledge and understanding of child development, safeguarding, and inclusion practices
6. Experience working with children with SEN or additional learning needs
7. First Aid qualification (or willingness to undertake training)
8. A passion for making a difference in children’s lives

Why Join Us?

• A supportive and inclusive school environment
• Opportunities for continuous professional development
• A welcoming, friendly, and committed team of staff
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A chance to make a real impact on children's educational journeys

If you are passionate about supporting children in their learning and development, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply:
Please submit your application, along with an up-to-date CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for this position.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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