Year 3 Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is recruiting on behalf of a welcoming primary school in Morecambe for a Year 3 Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026.

Working in a Year 3 classroom, you will support teaching and learning across settings, deliver small group interventions, provide targeted 1:1 support, and help create an inclusive, engaging learning environment to support pupils' academic and social development.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or higher.
• Experience working in a primary school setting is essential.
• Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the whole class alongside the class teacher.
• Deliver small group interventions.
• Provide targeted one-to-one support where required.
• Help create a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.

Skills

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Primary school experience

Strong communication

Teamwork

Flexible and proactive

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Year 3 Teaching Assistant (Level 2+) - Morecambe Primary School

Location: Morecambe, Lancashire

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full Time

Working Hours: 8:45am - 3:15pm, Monday to Friday

Recruiter: Veritas Education

Veritas Education is currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Morecambe for a dedicated Year 3 Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive school community that values collaboration and adopts a genuine team approach to Teaching Assistant roles.

The Role

Working within a Year 3 classroom, you will support teaching and learning across a variety of settings. The school operates a flexible team-based model, meaning no two days are the same. You will be expected to work:

• Supporting the whole class alongside the class teacher
• Delivering small group interventions
• Providing targeted one-to-one support where required
• Helping to create a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment
• Supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development

The successful candidate will be invited to attend the school's INSET Day on 1st September 2026, providing an excellent opportunity to meet the team, receive training, and prepare for the new academic year. This is a long term position, likely to continue throughout the full academic year.

Requirements

To be considered for this position, applicants must:

• Hold a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification as a minimum
• Have previous experience working within a primary school setting
• Have experience supporting pupils on a whole-class, small-group and one-to-one basis
• Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills
• Be flexible, proactive and committed to supporting all learners

Why Apply?

• Join a friendly and supportive primary school team
• Be part of a collaborative working environment
• Receive training and induction through the September INSET day
• Opportunity to make a real impact on children's learning and development

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community'

Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS and compliance checks in line with safer recruitment practices.

Sarah Maclachlan

Veritas Education - Preston Branch

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