Qualified Teaching Assistant - Level 3

Prospero Teaching; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,372 - 22,140; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Merton, South West London. You will support teaching and learning across the class, delivering targeted interventions, and providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.

The role is full time, term-time only, with the start date in September 2026. You will work to help pupils progress academically, socially and emotionally, and support safeguarding and behaviour management within the classroom.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience as TA/SEN/Learning Support in a primary school.
• Experience supporting children with SEND (ASD/ADHD/SLN/SEMH).
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the classroom.
• Deliver targeted interventions, 1:1 and small-group support.
• Help pupils progress academically, socially and emotionally.
• Assist with safeguarding and behaviour management within the classroom.

Skills

Level 3 TA qualification

SEND experience

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Education

GCSE English and Maths (C/4+)

Job description

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Prospero Teaching is looking for a Level 3 Qualified Teaching Assistant for a welcoming three form-entry primary school in Merton, South West London. This diverse primary school in Merton, South West London is committed to supporting pupils with mixed abilities.

The successful Level 3 Teaching Assistant will support teaching and learning across the classroom, delivering targeted interventions, providing 1:1 and small-group support, and helping pupils make progress academically, socially, and emotionally.

CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS

Location: Merton, South West London

Position: Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant

Type of Work: Supporting pupils with SEND through 1:1 interventions, small-group work, behaviour support, and classroom-based learning activities

Start Date: September 2026

Contract Type: Full Time

Rate of Pay: GBP105 - GBP120 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)

Hours: 8:15am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Hold a recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification (or equivalent relevant childcare/education qualification)
• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, or Learning Support Assistant within a primary school setting
• Experience supporting children with SEND, including ASD, ADHD, Speech and Language Needs, Social & SEMH
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Up-to-date Safeguarding Training is desirable
• GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and behaviour management skills

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child-related references covering at least the last two years
• Must have a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification (or equivalent relevant childcare/education qualification)

OTHER

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

• Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• In-house Training and Development Team
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent school-based positions across London