Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Leigh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Year 3 Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant primary school in Leigh. This full-time role starts in September and offers valuable classroom experience within Key Stage 2.

You will support the class teacher, run small groups and provide 1-to-1 interventions in Literacy and Numeracy, while helping create a safe, inclusive learning environment and tracking student progress.

Qualifications

• minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills to support KS2 curriculum.
• Warm, firm and encouraging approach to behaviour management.
• Team player who collaborates with teachers and support staff.
• Enhanced DBS Update Service (or willingness to apply for a new one).
• 2 professional references.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging daily lessons.
• Working with small groups and providing 1-to-1 targeted intervention in core subjects (Literacy and Numeracy).
• Fostering an inclusive, safe, and positive learning environment for all students.
• Tracking student progress and assisting with classroom management.

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Behaviour management

Teamwork

DBS Update Service

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Year 3 Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about shaping young minds and looking for a rewarding full-time role starting this September?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 3 Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant, supportive primary school in Leigh. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced educator or an aspiring teacher looking to gain invaluable classroom experience within Key Stage 2.

Position: Full-Time Teaching Assistant (Year 3)

Location: Leigh

Start Date: September

Pay Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging daily lessons.
• Working with small groups and providing 1-to-1 targeted intervention in core subjects (Literacy and Numeracy).
• Fostering an inclusive, safe, and positive learning environment for all students.
• Tracking student progress and assisting with classroom management.

What We Are Looking For

• minimum level 2 teaching assistant qualification
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills to confidently support Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• A warm, firm, and encouraging approach to behaviour management.
• A team player who can collaborate effectively with teachers and support staff.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for a new one).
• 2 professional references
• Legal right to work in the UK

Alternatively, for more information about the role, contact Lindsey Pennington on 01772 977333 or email [e-mail]