Teaching Assistant Level 3

Holy Family Catholic Academy, Wigan, Lancashire, WN2 5JF

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  2 March 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  12 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: 25,583.00 - 26,824.00

Teaching Assistant Level 3 job summary

Teaching Assistant Level 3 

 

We are seeking a dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our team.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children and creating a nurturing learning environment.

 

Are you an enthusiastic and qualified Teaching Assistant with a Level 3 qualification, looking for an exciting opportunity? We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant school community and make a difference in children's lives.

This role offers the chance to support students' learning and development, collaborating closely with teachers and other staff to ensure a positive and effective learning environment.

The role is central to our commitment to equality, compassion and community. We are passionate about creating a learning environment where every child feels seen, valued and empowered to achieve their full potential

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

• To support the class teacher in delivering the curriculum
• Provide support for children to reach their academic goals.
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management.
• Adapt learning materials to suit individual needs, particularly for children with additional learning requirements.
• Help foster a positive, inclusive classroom atmosphere and promote student well-being.
• Assist with classroom setup, ensuring resources are prepared and organised.
• To lead intervention groups and cover classes as needed.  

 

Requirements:

 

· Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent).

· Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant is desirable.

· Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.

· A passion for supporting children's educational growth and well-being.

· Patience, empathy, and an ability to adapt to various learning needs.

· Good organisational skills and a positive attitude towards teamwork.

 

Holy Family Catholic Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff working within the Trust are expected to share a commitment to doing this. You will be expected to follow and promote the procedures in the child protection and safeguarding policy and report any concerns in accordance with agreed procedures.

If your own conduct in relation to the safeguarding of children and young people gives cause for concern the Trust’s child protection procedures will be followed alongside implementation of the Trust disciplinary procedures.

 

This post will require online checks to be undertaken and an enhanced DBS check, as well as medical clearance.

Join us in providing quality care and education to young children in an engaging and supportive environment.

 

Job Type: Full-time, Term time only, Permanent

31.25 hours per week (8:30am until 3:15pm, Monday to Friday)

Local Government Terms and Conditions and Pension Scheme

To start: ASAP

Deadline for applications Monday 2nd March 2026 at 9am

Interviews: Friday 6th March

 

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 Holy Family Catholic Academy

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 247 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Holy Family Catholic Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/holy-family-catholic-academy

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