Teaching Assistant Level 3 - William Reynolds Primary School and Nursery

Telford & Wrekin; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly, supportive environment

Nurturing school community

Job summary

William Reynolds Primary School & Nursery is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant (Level 3) for a term-time, fixed-term role starting November 2026. Hours are 8:30am–3:30pm with a half-hour lunch break. The post is term-time only for one academic year, with interview dates mid-October.

Applicants should have a Level 3 TA qualification and experience with SEND and speech and language interventions. The school emphasises safeguarding and inclusion, offering a supportive environment to help every

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working with children in an educational setting.
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above).
• Understanding of child development and effective learning strategies.
• Experience with SEND and speech and language interventions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering learning activities.
• Support pupils individually and in groups to enhance learning.
• Help prepare and organise classroom resources and learning materials.
• Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Promote positive behaviour and classroom engagement.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to encourage confidence and independence.
• Support pupils' emotional well-being and personal development.

Skills

Teaching experience

Speech and language interventions

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

GCSE English & Maths (4/C+)

Job description

Term time only

Hours:8:30am – 3:30pm with half hour lunch break

Term:Fixed term position (One year)

Required: November 2026

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and highly motivated Teaching Assistant (Level 3) to join our supportive team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and delivering learning activities.
• Support pupils individually and in groups to enhance learning.
• Help prepare and organise classroom resources and learning materials.
• Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Promote positive behaviour and classroom engagement.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to encourage confidence and independence.
• Support pupils' emotional well-being and personal development.

You’re a perfect fit if you have:

• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or an equivalent recognised qualification).
• Previous experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills, including GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above, or equivalent).
• A good understanding of child development and effective learning strategies.
• Experience of running speech and language interventions.
• Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), or a willingness to develop this expertise.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• A patient, caring, and adaptable approach to supporting children's learning and wellbeing.
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• A positive, enthusiastic attitude and a genuine passion for helping every child achieve their full potential.

We Offer:

• Afriendly and supportive working environment.
• The opportunity to make a positive impact in a nurturing schoolcommunity

William ReynoldsPrimary School & Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as well as other pre-appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2026). This post also requires checks under the Childcare Disqualification Regulations and Childcare Act 2006 as the post may require some work with children in the EYFS.

Closing Date: Noon – Monday 12th October

Interview Date: Wednesday 14th and 15th October 2026

Attached documents

• Job Description
• Application Form