Teaching Assistant (Level 3)

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

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Targeted Support

Plan and deliver structured intervention programs for individuals and small groups.

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Classroom Leadership

Provide cover supervision and lead learning activities as directed by class teachers.

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SEND & Inclusion

Assess pupil progress, adapt learning materials, and support individual education plans (IEPs).

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Monitoring & Reporting

Track pupil progress, provide constructive feedback, and keep accurate academic records.

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Mentoring

Act as a positive role model and offer informal guidance to Level 1 and 2 TAs where appropriate.

Requirements & Qualifications

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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

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Experience

Proven experience working with children in an educational setting, with strong knowledge of the national curriculum.

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Skills

Excellent communication, behavior management, and organisational skills.

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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
• Excellent CPD
• A friendly and welcoming community
• The opportunity to work with highly committed and enthusiastic staff & a very supportive Senior Leadership Team
• Excellent facilities
• Cycle scheme

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.