Teaching Assistant (Level 3)

New Directions Holdings Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

New Directions Education is seeking Level 3 Teaching Assistants to work in SEN settings across Leeds, supporting pupils with a variety of needs. The role involves collaboration with teaching staff and SENCOs to deliver tailored education, with a strong emphasis on trauma-informed approaches and behaviour support.

Roles require patience, flexibility, and a compassionate approach, and are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of trauma-informed approaches and behavioural support.
• Training in Team-Teach or other recognised behaviour intervention methods.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, delivery and assessment of individualised learning for pupils with SEN.
• Deliver differentiated learning alongside class teachers to ensure curriculum access.
• Provide small group interventions under SENCOs and phase leaders.
• Assist in development and monitoring of EHCP outcomes, contributing to reviews.
• Provide cover for whole classes in short-term absence of the class teacher.
• Offer guidance and support to other teaching assistants for consistency.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and contribute to reporting.

Skills

Trauma-informed approaches

Team-Teach training

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

New Directions Education is currently recruiting for a pool of Level 3 Teaching Assistants to work within Special Educational Needs settings across Leeds. We are looking for dedicated, passionate individuals to support students with a variety of needs.

This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are committed to making a positive impact on the educational experience of pupils with SEN.

We want to hear from you if you have:

• A good understanding of trauma-informed approaches and therapeutic behaviour support.
• Training in Team-Teach or other recognised behaviour intervention methods.
• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Working as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant in an SEN setting can be incredibly rewarding, but it also requires flexibility, patience, and a compassionate approach. Your role will involve working closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, and external agencies to deliver high-quality, tailored education for pupils with varying needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning, delivery, and assessment of individualised learning activities for pupils with SEN, adapting materials and strategies as required.
• Work alongside class teachers to deliver differentiated learning, ensuring all students can access the curriculum.
• Deliver small group interventions under the direction of SENCOs and phase leaders.
• Assist in the development and monitoring of EHCP outcomes, contributing to reviews and meetings.
• Provide cover for whole classes in the short-term absence of the class teacher, ensuring students remain engaged and supported.
• Offer guidance and support to other teaching assistants, ensuring consistency across the setting.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and contribute to reporting and assessment processes.

All roles are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.