Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Level 3 Qualified Teaching Assistant - Full-Time – North London

Role: Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Location: North London
Hours: Full-time (Monday to Friday)
Salary: £95-120 per day (depending on hours)
Contract: September 2025 - July 2026
Start Date: September 2025

About the Role - Level 3 Teaching Assistant

We are recruiting for an experienced Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant to join a thriving primary school in Islington. This full-time position offers the opportunity to take on greater responsibility in supporting teaching and learning, working across different year groups and taking a lead role in delivering targeted interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support to pupils across Key Stage 1 and 2
• Lead small group interventions and targeted learning programmes
• Support classroom teachers with lesson planning and preparation
• Deliver pre-planned lessons under teacher guidance when required
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, maintaining detailed records
• Support pupils with varying needs, including those with SEN
• Mentor and guide lower-level teaching assistants
• Assist with educational visits and extra-curricular activities
• Contribute to staff meetings and professional development sessions
• Support with administrative tasks as required

Essential Requirements

• Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent) – please note this must be a Diploma not a Certificate
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Teaching Assistant in primary education
• Strong understanding of the National Curriculum and assessment methods
• Excellent literacy and numeracy skills
• Proven ability to work independently and use initiative
• Experience delivering interventions and small group teaching
• Strong communication skills with children, parents, and colleagues
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain)
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection

Desirable Requirements

• Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) qualification or working towards
• Experience across multiple year groups (EYFS to Year 6)
• Knowledge of phonics programmes (e.g., Read Write Inc, Letters and Sounds)
• Understanding of data tracking and assessment systems
• Experience with SEN support and EHCP processes
• Additional qualifications in Maths or English support
• First Aid qualification
• Experience mentoring junior staff

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £95-120 per day
• Term-time only contract with school holidays
• Comprehensive professional development programme
• Opportunity for career progression to HLTA or beyond
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment
• Access to training courses and continued professional development
• Pension scheme eligibility
• Employee wellbeing support
• The rewarding experience of making a real impact on children's education

To apply for this Level 3 Teaching Assistant, please get in touch today! We are recruiting for this Level 3 Teaching Assistant role now and will be interviewing ASAP.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Level 3 Teaching Assistant candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service, and employment will be subject to references.  This Level 3 Teaching Assistant post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation Offenders Act 1974.

Apply for this Level 3 Teaching Assistant opportunity by sending your CV to Sally at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Level 3 Teaching Assistant role within 48 hours.

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Level 3 Qualified Teaching Assistant - Full-Time – North London

Level 3 Teaching Assistant