Level 3 Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £95 to £130 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | OL14 6LP |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 14 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 9 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Location: Salford
Start Date: ASAP
Role: Long-term
Pay: £95-£110 per day, depending on experience
Cover People are currently recruiting for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Salford on a long-term basis.
This opportunity would suit an experienced TA who is passionate about supporting children's learning, has a good understanding of the primary curriculum and can provide effective classroom and small-group support.
The school places great importance on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where children feel safe, valued and motivated to learn. With an emphasis on positive relationships, personal development and academic progress, staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils receive appropriate support and opportunities to reach their potential.
As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside teachers to support learning across the primary school, helping pupils develop their knowledge, confidence and independence.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons and classroom activities.
Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons and classroom activities.
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Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and deliver targeted interventions.
Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and deliver targeted interventions.
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Providing additional assistance to pupils who require help accessing the curriculum.
Providing additional assistance to pupils who require help accessing the curriculum.
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Supporting children with SEND and adapting activities to meet individual learning needs.
Supporting children with SEND and adapting activities to meet individual learning needs.
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Helping maintain positive behaviour and effective classroom routines.
Helping maintain positive behaviour and effective classroom routines.
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Preparing learning materials and classroom resources.
Preparing learning materials and classroom resources.
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Monitoring pupil engagement and progress, providing feedback to the teacher.
Monitoring pupil engagement and progress, providing feedback to the teacher.
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Encouraging pupils to develop independence, confidence and positive learning habits.
Encouraging pupils to develop independence, confidence and positive learning habits.
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Supporting literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum activities.
Supporting literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum activities.
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Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff and other professionals.
Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff and other professionals.
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Contributing to a safe, welcoming and well-organised classroom environment.
Contributing to a safe, welcoming and well-organised classroom environment.
We are looking for a proactive and nurturing Teaching Assistant who can use their experience to make a positive contribution to pupils' development.
You should have:
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A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
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Previous experience working within a primary school.
Previous experience working within a primary school.
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A good understanding of the primary curriculum.
A good understanding of the primary curriculum.
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Experience supporting pupils with a range of abilities and learning needs.
Experience supporting pupils with a range of abilities and learning needs.
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Confidence delivering small-group activities and targeted interventions.
Confidence delivering small-group activities and targeted interventions.
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Strong communication and behaviour-management skills.
Strong communication and behaviour-management skills.
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The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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A patient, adaptable and positive approach.
A patient, adaptable and positive approach.
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A genuine commitment to helping children achieve their potential.
A genuine commitment to helping children achieve their potential.
Experience supporting pupils with SEND would be particularly beneficial.
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Long-term opportunity within a primary school.
Long-term opportunity within a primary school.
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£95-£110 per day, depending on experience.
£95-£110 per day, depending on experience.
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Opportunity to support pupils across different areas of learning.
Opportunity to support pupils across different areas of learning.
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Collaborative working environment.
Collaborative working environment.
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Chance to make a meaningful difference to children's progress and confidence.
Chance to make a meaningful difference to children's progress and confidence.
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Ongoing support from your Cover People consultant.
Ongoing support from your Cover People consultant.
If you're an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity in Salford, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Cover People for more information.
All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.
Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of these schools. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures in line with statutory guidance, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Cover People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.