Level 3 Teaching AssistantCouncil

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Salary - £23,017.09 to £24,533.08 dependent upon experience Grade 4

Hours - 37

Contract type - Full time, Permanent, Term time only

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistant to be part of our team. The successful applicant will be part of our Early Years team.

We are looking for a skilled teaching assistant who can engage and motivate children to be the best that they can be.

You should have a good understanding of child development and be able to identify opportunities to develop children’s learning through their play. You will need to be able to think on your feet and have good vocabulary to model new and exciting language while also tackling children’s misconceptions and re-focusing their learning to ensure learning opportunities are fully explored.

Our school values of ready, respectful and safe are paramount to how we conduct ourselves and how we aim to inspire our children. Children and adults from all cultures, faiths and abilities are respected and valued and encouraged to share their experiences and successes.

We are looking for someone to join a committed team who are passionate about what they do. They are committed to making Wodensfield a nurturing environment to work where adults and children can continue to grow to reach their full potential.

Closing date: Monday 5th October 2026

Interview dates: Monday 19th and Tuesday 20th October 2026

Start date: 23rd November 2026

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Online checks shall be carried out in the event of shortlisting.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake safer recruitment checks including a criminal record check.

Please note, we will only submit an application to the relevant disclosure service once the candidate has accepted the position.

Visits to the school are welcome, please contact the School Business Manager on 01902 55650 for further information.

Applications from individuals who have previously applied will not be considered.

Please submit completed applications to: [email protected]

Attached documents

Job Description & Person Specification

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