Level 3 Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a qualified and dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Romford on a full-time, long-term supply basis.

About the role

As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support learning across the classroom, deliver targeted interventions, and provide one-to-one or small-group support where required. You will play an active role in helping pupils access the curriculum and make progress, contributing to a positive and well-managed learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management

• Working one-to-one or with small groups of pupils

• Delivering interventions under the direction of the teacher or SENCo

• Supporting pupils with additional needs where required

• Maintaining accurate records and providing feedback on pupil progress

• Adhering to safeguarding and school policies at all times

About the school

The school is a welcoming and well-organised primary school in Romford, with a strong focus on inclusion, pupil progress, and staff collaboration. The leadership team is supportive and values the contribution of experienced support staff, ensuring a professional and respectful working environment.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Level 3 Teaching Assistant you will:

• A recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (required)
• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a school setting
• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (required)

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Enhanced DBS on the update service
• Right to work in the UK
• Level 3 in education

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Artemis Kazi on 0207 065 708 or email [email protected] .