Level 3 Teaching Assistant

King's Leadership Academy, Liverpool, Liverpool, Merseyside, L8 9SJ

20 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Negotiable

• Closing date

  16 April 2026 at 12:59am

• Date listed

  12 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £24,132.00 - £26,177.00 Annually (Actual) Please see recruitment pack for further details

Level 3 Teaching Assistant job summary

Teaching Assistants at King’s Leadership Academy LiverpoolPart of the Great Schools Trust

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who thrives on student success and is willing to go the extra mile to join a supportive, ambitious team.King’s Leadership Academy Liverpool, a proud member of the Great Schools Trust, we are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who is dedicated to supporting students’ learning journeys and making a meaningful difference in young people’s lives.The ideal candidate will be Level 3 qualified, able to bring energy, patience, and a genuine commitment to helping every student thrive, both academically and personally. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role within a dynamic educational setting, working alongside passionate educators to inspire, guide, and empower the next generation. You’ll be joining a vibrant, diverse, and forward-thinking school where high expectations and a strong sense of community are at the heart of everything we do. For those not Level 3 qualified, please still apply and state that you would be happy to consider our Level 3 Apprenticeship - salaries may vary. Hours of Work - Mon & Tues; 8.15am - 4.35 pm (after school CPD), Wed & Thurs 8.15am - 3.35pm & Fri 8.15am - 1.45pm Why Join Us?Transformational Leadership: Our Principal, Mr. Scott Cordon, was named Outstanding Head Teacher of the Year in the North of England twice in 2025. His exceptional leadership has been nationally recognised for its profound impact on pupils, staff, and the wider community.National Recognition: King’s Liverpool was ranked the 26th most improved secondary school in the UK for pupil progress—a testament to our relentless focus on raising standards, improving culture, and delivering an aspirational education for all.Part of a Leading Trust: The Great Schools Trust is currently ranked No. 2 nationally for most improved multi-academy trust performance. We are a mission-driven organisation where academic excellence, character development, and student success go hand-in-hand.At King's Liverpool, community isn't just a buzzword; it's the foundation of everything we do. In our latest anonymous Edurio Staff Survey, King's Liverpool significantly exceeded the National Average across several key areas, including:

• Staff highly recommend our Academy as a great place to work and study.
• Staff feel genuinely respected by our Leadership Team.
• Excellent communication between Staff and leadership.
• Staff being actively consulted before key decisions are made.
• Leadership demonstrating that they take staff feedback seriously.

Our survey results reflect the strong, collaborative culture we are proud to have built and continue to nurture here at King's Liverpool. Our staff know they are valued: and it shows. As one colleague put it: “Staff are warm, open and friendly. I can knock on my Head’s door without a meeting set and always feel welcomed in.” Others described “a real sense of community,” and said “the students make it clear they appreciate what we do.”For any additional information or to arrange a visit, please get in touch with Rebecca De Nobrega - R.denobrega@kingsliverpool.comSafeguarding Commitment King’s Leadership Academy Liverpool is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointments will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About King's Leadership Academy, Liverpool

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 898 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: King's Leadership Academy, Liverpool website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/king-s-leadership-academy-liverpool

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