Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Kempston
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team in Kempston. This is a permanent, part-time position working across two well-equipped sites, supporting pupils with a diverse range of learning needs.
As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting pupils' academic, social, and personal development across all areas of the curriculum. Working closely with teaching staff, you'll help create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where every achievement is celebrated.
Position: Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Kempston
Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Salary: £20,508.00 (L4 Point 9-14, with a pending 3.2% pay increase)
Sector: Education and Training
You will also have the opportunity to deliver lessons using pre-prepared plans, ensuring consistency and structure for pupils throughout their learning journey.
Key Requirements
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification
Strong literacy, numeracy, and IT skills
Ability to commute to Kempston
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Experience or knowledge of Special Educational Needs (SEN) is desirable - full induction and ongoing training will be provided
You will be assisting learners with severe and complex learning difficulties, including a significant number with Autism Spectrum Condition. Every pupil has an Education, Health and Care Plan, and this SEN Specialist School pride themselves on offering a nurturing, inclusive, supportive, education and training environment where each child can thrive.
This SEN School deliver a structured curriculum built around five key areas:
Communication and Interaction
Cognition and Learning
Physical and Sensory
PSHE (Personal, Social, Health Education)
Functional Skills
Each subject area is taught through five progressive learning levels tailored to individual development. Our curriculum framework supports sequential learning and includes:
Sensory Experience
Purposeful Engagement
Skill Development
Functional Skills
Intentional Applied Skills
Extended Learning (Maths and English)
If you are passionate about making a real difference and would like to join a forward-thinking, inclusive team, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to become our next Level 3 Teaching Assistant and part of the education and training environement in Kempston