Year 3 Teaching Assistant

Full-Time Long-Term Opportunity Immediate Start Available

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and supportive primary school in Suffolk for an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 3 Teaching Assistant.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children in Lower Key Stage 2, helping pupils build confidence, independence, and a love of learning during this important stage of their educational journey.

Our client is a thriving primary school with nursery provision, catering for pupils aged 2–11, and is part of a successful multi-academy trust. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where all pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

In its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was judged Good across all key areas, including:

• Quality of Education
• Behaviour and Attitudes
• Personal Development
• Leadership and Management
• Early Years Provision

Inspectors recognised the school’s positive culture, effective leadership, and commitment to delivering a high-quality education.

Duties as a Year 3 Teaching Assistant:

• Support pupils within a Year 3 SEND classroom
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom activities
• Support literacy, numeracy, and wider curriculum learning
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in lessons
• Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials
• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
• Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

Ideal Year 3 Teaching Assistant:

• Previous experience working with primary-aged and SEND children is desirable
• Experience within a school or educational setting is advantageous
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, caring, and adaptable approach
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Understanding of Key Stage 2 learning and development
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

 

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