Year 3 Teaching Assistant

Job Description

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly Year 3 team. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher to support pupils’ learning and wellbeing, helping every child reach their full potential.

Job Title: Part-time Year 3 Teaching Assistant

Location: Burnley Contract: Part-time Start Date: Monday 1 September 2026Salary: £14.25 - £15 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning within the Year 3 classroom
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning objectives
• Assist pupils with literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum activities
• Support children’s social, emotional and behavioural development
• Help prepare learning resources and classroom displays
• Promote positive behaviour in line with the school’s policies
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with children of primary school age (ideally Key Stage 2)
• A patient, flexible and positive approach to supporting learning
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine interest in children’s development and education

We Offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school community
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• The chance to make a real difference in children’s learning
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative staff team

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV, outliningyour relevant experience supporting children in KS2.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. xwzovoh For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.