Teaching Assistant (Level 3)

Teaching Vacancies; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Watergrove Trust and Wardle Academy is seeking two Level 3 Teaching Assistants to join our educational team in Rochdale. You will work with class teachers to deliver targeted interventions, support learners, and contribute to planning and preparing learning activities in a inclusive environment.

The role involves supporting pupils including those with SEND, leading small group activities, and assisting in monitoring progress and reporting outcomes to mentors and teachers.

Qualifications

• Qualification: Level 3 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.
• Experience: Proven experience working with children in an educational setting, with strong knowledge of the national curriculum.
• Skills: Excellent communication, behavior management, and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Targeted Support: Plan and deliver structured intervention programs for individuals and small groups.
• Classroom Leadership: Provide cover supervision and lead learning activities as directed by class teachers.
• SEND & Inclusion: Assess pupil progress, adapt learning materials, and support individual education plans (IEPs).
• Monitoring & Reporting: Track pupil progress, provide constructive feedback, and keep accurate academic records.
• Mentoring: Act as a positive role model and offer informal guidance to Level 1 and 2 TAs where appropriate.

Skills

Communication

Behaviour management

Organisational skills

Proactive mindset

Collaborative

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

GCSE English and Maths (A*-C)

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you looking to take the next step in your educational career? We are seeking two enthusiastic, experienced, and dedicated internal candidates to join our team as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant.

In this pivotal role, you will work closely with class teachers to lead small group interventions, deliver targeted support, and assist in planning and preparing learning activities. You will play a key role in raising attainment and fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for all learners, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Key Responsibilities

• Targeted Support: Plan and deliver structured intervention programs for individuals and small groups.
• Classroom Leadership: Provide cover supervision and lead learning activities as directed by class teachers.
• SEND & Inclusion: Assess pupil progress, adapt learning materials, and support individual education plans (IEPs).
• Monitoring & Reporting: Track pupil progress, provide constructive feedback, and keep accurate academic records.
• Mentoring: Act as a positive role model and offer informal guidance to Level 1 and 2 TAs where appropriate.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Qualification: Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools. To possess minimum GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade A*- C, or a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy
• Experience: Proven experience working with children in an educational setting, with strong knowledge of the national curriculum.
• Skills: Excellent communication, behavior management, and organisational skills.
• Mindset: Proactive, adaptable, collaborative, and passionate about child development.

What the school offers its staff

Why work for the Watergrove Trust and Wardle Academy? We can offer:

• The chance to contribute towards our transformational ethos
• A friendly and welcoming community
• The opportunity to work with highly committed and enthusiastic staff & a very supportive Senior Leadership Team

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.