Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Primary School & Nursery

Location: Leicester
Pay: £95 - £110 a day
Contract: Ongoing
Start date: Immediate

Are you a Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant who enjoys helping children learn, explore and grow? We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support children across a primary school and nursery in Leicester. This is an opportunity to make a difference to children's day-to-day learning, from encouraging early communication and play to building confidence in the classroom.

• Work alongside teachers and nursery practitioners to support engaging, age-appropriate learning activities.
• Provide individual and small-group support, adapting activities to children's needs.
• Encourage learning through play, exploration and structured classroom activities.
• Support early language, literacy, numeracy and social development.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment.
• Promote positive behaviour, independence and confidence through consistent routines and encouragement.
• Observe children's progress and share relevant feedback with the teaching team.
• Support daily routines and children's care needs in line with the setting's procedures.

• A relevant Level 3 qualification in teaching support, childcare or early years appropriate to the role.
• Experience supporting children in a primary school, nursery or early years setting.
• An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and how to support children's learning and development.
• A patient, nurturing approach and the ability to build positive relationships with children.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and families.
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and supporting children with a range of learning needs.
• A flexible, proactive approach to working across nursery and primary classrooms.

Meet Your Consultant
Your dedicated consultant, Alan, brings more than 15 years of experience in the education sector. As a qualified teacher with QTS, he combines detailed knowledge of local schools with first-hand insight into the demands of today's classrooms.
If you are considering your next teaching role or simply want to talk through the current market, Alan will be pleased to support you. Get in touch for a confidential conversation about the opportunities currently available.

Safeguarding and Compliance
Clarence Recruitment is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, vulnerable adults, and patients. All applicants are expected to uphold the same commitment.
Every placement is conditional on satisfactory pre-employment screening. This includes DBS clearance, proof of identity, right-to-work verification, references, qualifications, and any relevant professional registrations.
Checks for education appointments are carried out in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. For healthcare and medical roles, our compliance procedures follow Employment Check Standards, CQC requirements, and applicable safeguarding legislation.

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