Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Maternity Cover

HEADTEACHER

Mrs Amy Woolner

CONTACT INFORMATION

01733 232949  cneville@leightonprimary.net

POSITION

Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Maternity Cover

Monday - Friday - 30hrs per week - 8:45am - 3:15pm

(30 minute lunch break)

SALARY

Grade 6 - £14.14 per hour - £27,274 FTE

REQUIRED START DATE

December 2026

Are you an inspiring, Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant looking to make a lasting impact in a thriving Preschool classroom and across the Early Years at Leighton?

We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our mainstream team. If you thrive on helping children aged 2 –11 unlock their potential, grow in confidence, and achieve their best, we would love to welcome you to our community.

Why Join Us?

At Leighton Primary and Preschool, you will find a warm, supportive environment grounded in our core values of Ambition, Respect, and Community. We believe in looking after our staff just as much as our pupils.

• Professional Growth: Dedicated ongoing CPD and career development opportunities tailored to your goals.

• Strong Community: A collaborative, welcoming team where your contribution is genuinely valued.

• Competitive Pension: Generous school contribution of 14.4% (for April 2026–March 2027).

• Meaningful Work: The chance to drive pupil progress, wellbeing, and independence every single day.

Requirements for the Role

• Qualification: Must hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent NVQ/CACHE Level 3) is essential.

• Experience: Recent, hands-on experience supporting primary pupils (ages 2–11) in a classroom environment.

• Skills: Excellent communication, patience, proactive problem-solving, and a genuine passion for early childhood development.

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum Access: Deliver high-quality, targeted in-class and small-group support to help all pupils access the full curriculum.

• Interactive Learning: Carry out teacher-planned learning activities, explaining instructions clearly, checking understanding, and keeping pupils engaged.

• Nurturing Independence: Apply effective strategies to support children’s social, emotional, and behavioural growth while encouraging self-reliance.

• Safe Learning Spaces: Ensure learning resources and equipment are used safely, creatively, and effectively.

• Tracking & Feedback: Monitor, record, and celebrate pupil progress, providing key insights to teachers and the SENDCO.

• Professional Collaboration: Maintain strict confidentiality and communicate effectively with staff, parents, and external specialists.

How to apply
Visits are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit or submit an application, please contact HR Manager Charlotte Neville: cneville@leightonprimary.net

Closing date: Monday 2nd November 2026
Interviews: To be confirmed

DURING THE INTERVIEW PROCESS ALONG WITH THE USUAL INTERVIEW THERE WILL BE SOME TASKS SET RELATING TO THE ROLE TO BE COMPLETED

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.