Teaching Assistant 3 / Cover Supervisor

Academics; Kempston; On-site; GBP 21,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent education provider in Kempston is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant 3 / Cover Supervisor. This part-time role involves supporting all areas of the curriculum and working closely with pupils with various learning needs. Applicants should have an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification, along with strong literacy, numeracy, and IT skills. Experience with special educational needs is a plus. The role offers a nurturing environment dedicated to student progress.

Qualifications

• Ability to commute to Kempston.
• Experience or knowledge of special educational needs is desirable.
• Full induction and ongoing training are provided.

Responsibilities

• Support all areas of the curriculum.
• Cover classes using provided planning.
• Ensure continuity of learning in a supportive environment.

Skills

Strong literacy skills

Strong numeracy skills

IT skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant 3 / Cover Supervisor to join our team in Kempston on a permanent, part-time basis. This role will be based across two well-resourced sites and involves working closely with pupils with a range of learning needs.

You will actively support all areas of the curriculum and play a key role in helping our pupils make progress, both academically and socially. Our approach is fun, inclusive, and celebrates every small step of achievement made by our learners.

Position and Details

Position: Teaching Assistant 3 / Cover Supervisor

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Monday: 8:30am - 4:30pm, Tuesday to Friday: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Location: Kempston

Contract Term: Part-Time

Salary: £20,508.00

Positions Available: 1

Sector: Education and Training

Key Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification
• Strong literacy, numeracy, and IT skills
• Ability to Commute to Kempston
• Leadership and communication skills
• Experience or knowledge of special educational needs is desirable, but full induction and ongoing training are provided

As a Teaching Assistant 3 / Cover Supervisor, you will be expected to cover classes using provided planning, ensuring continuity of learning in a supportive and structured environment.

This Kempston school is a specialist primary provision supporting children with severe and complex learning difficulties, including a significant proportion with Autism Spectrum Condition. All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan, and we are proud of our nurturing, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Our Curriculum

• We follow a carefully structured curriculum framework across five key areas:
• Communication and Interaction
• Cognition and Learning
• Physical and Sensory
• PSHE (Personal, Social, Health Education)
• Functional Skills

Each subject area in the education and training environment is delivered across five progressive learning levels, tailored to support development at an individual pace. Our developmental strands support sequential learning and include:

• Sensory Experience
• Purposeful Engagement
• Skill Development
• Functional Skills
• Intentional Applied Skills
• Extended Learning (Maths and English)

If you are passionate about making a difference as a Teaching Assistant 3 / Cover Supervisor in the education and training environment please do not hesitate to apply for this role in Kempston.