Year 3 Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers Ltd; Southwold; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Teachers Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a welcoming primary school in Suffolk for a Year 3 Teaching Assistant to provide targeted support in Lower Key Stage 2.

This full-time, long-term role starts immediately, offering a supportive environment to help pupils build confidence, independence and a love of learning, with weekly PAYE pay dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary-aged and SEND children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Knowledge of Key Stage 2 learning.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in a Year 3 SEND classroom.
• Assist with lesson delivery and classroom activities.
• Support literacy, numeracy, and wider curriculum.
• Help create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Teaching Assistant

SEND support

Communication skills

KS2 understanding

Job description

Year 3 Teaching Assistant

Full-Time Long-Term Opportunity Immediate Start Available

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and supportive primary school in Suffolk for an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 3 Teaching Assistant.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children in Lower Key Stage 2, helping pupils build confidence, independence, and a love of learning during this important stage of their educational journey.

Our client is a thriving primary school with nursery provision, catering for pupils aged 2-11, and is part of a successful multi-academy trust. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where all pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

In its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was judged Good across all key areas, including:

• Quality of Education
• Behaviour and Attitudes
• Personal Development
• Leadership and Management
• Early Years Provision

Inspectors recognised the school's positive culture, effective leadership, and commitment to delivering a high-quality education.

Duties as a Year 3 Teaching Assistant:

• Support pupils within a Year 3 SEND classroom
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom activities
• Support literacy, numeracy, and wider curriculum learning
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in lessons
• Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials
• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
• Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

Ideal Year 3 Teaching Assistant:

• Previous experience working with primary-aged and SEND children is desirable
• Experience within a school or educational setting is advantageous
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, caring, and adaptable approach
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Understanding of Key Stage 2 learning and development
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE - that means no self-employed or umbrella companies.