Primary Level 3 Teaching Assistant: Phonics & Maths Support

Aspire People Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People Limited is assisting a friendly North London primary school to recruit a Level 3 Teaching Assistant for a full-time, term-time contract starting September 2026. You will support pupils' learning, wellbeing and independence, both in class and in small-group interventions.

With a Level 3 TA qualification and a solid grasp of the primary curriculum, you will collaborate with teachers, build positive relationships with children and parents, and help create a safe, inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Has a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working with children in a primary school or similar setting.
• Good understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Confident supporting phonics, reading, writing and maths.
• Patient, caring and enthusiastic.
• Can build positive relationships with children, staff and parents.
• Can work independently while also being an effective member of a team.
• Has a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Committed to helping every child reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with daily teaching and learning activities.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Support pupils with additional needs, including SEND where appropriate.
• Lead structured interventions such as phonics, reading, writing or maths.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and positive behaviour.
• Monitor pupils' progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Support pupils during break and lunchtime when required.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.

Skills

Phonics support

Reading support

Maths support

Safeguarding knowledge

Interventions

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Tools

Job description

Aspire People Limited is assisting a friendly North London primary school to recruit a Level 3 Teaching Assistant for a full-time, term-time contract starting September 2026. You will support pupils' learning, wellbeing and independence, both in class and in small-group interventions.

With a Level 3 TA qualification and a solid grasp of the primary curriculum, you will collaborate with teachers, build positive relationships with children and parents, and help create a safe, inclusive learning