Early Years Teaching Assistant Level 3

Overview

Brownlow Fold Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Level 3 Teaching Assistant (TA3) to join our dedicated Early Years team. The role is a fixed‑term contract (12 months, subject to becoming permanent) of 32.5 hours per week (term‑time plus 5 days).

Contract Type: 32.5 hours per week, term time only + 5 days, fixed term for 12 months (may become permanent).
Salary: GRADE E (POINT 11-17) £28,142‑£31,022 per annum pro‑rata for term‑time + 5 days (£21,167‑£23,333 actual).

• Closing date: 12 noon, Monday 16 March 2026
• Shortlisting:
  Monday 16 March 2026
• Lesson Observation:
  Tuesday 24 March 2026
• Interview:
  Wednesday 25 March 2026

• Work alongside pupils, identifying and meeting individual learning needs while maintaining good order and discipline in line with the School’s Behaviour Policy.
• Support early years pupils in whole‑class activities and small‑group work.
• Contribute to the delivery of differentiated curricula.
• Provide support within the Early Years programme and enable meaningful inclusion and access to learning.
• Assist the class teacher in developing innovative, exciting teaching and learning experiences.

• Experienced and outstanding Level 3 Early Years Teaching Assistant.
• Demonstrated ability to support pupils in whole‑class and small‑group settings.
• Positive impact on classroom practice with high expectations for self, pupils, and staff.
• Team player able to motivate, lead, and support colleagues.
• Highly driven, committed to long‑term goals of Brownlow Fold.

• Minimum 2 years recent experience in an Early Years setting and deep understanding of the Early Years curriculum.
• Working knowledge of communication and language strategies and interventions (e.g., WELLCOMM, Language Through Listening, ELKLAN).
• Level 2 English and Maths qualification.
• Child‑centred approach to teaching and learning with a flexible, innovative practice.
• Excellent IT skills and use of range of software programmes.
• Commitment to high standards of presentation, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
• Ability to plan, prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and adhere to GDPR.

• Location:
  
  Popular school in the heart of a multicultural community.
• Working with happy, caring children and a dedicated team.
• Supportive parents, committed Governors and strong leadership.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development.
• Work‑life balance initiatives and staff wellbeing focus.

Please email your completed application form, together with a supporting statement, to office
. For further details of the role and how we use your data, see:

• Job Description
• Privacy Notice
• Documents for Right to Work
• Documents for DBS

The School is committed to safer recruitment practice; pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barred list check, will be undertaken before appointment is confirmed.

• Brownlow Wellbeing Offer
• DBS
• Right to Work Checks
• Recruitment Privacy Notice
• Safeguarding Policy
• Job Pack
• Application Form

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The children and staff warmly welcome you to visit our school prior to application. Please contact the Business Manager, Mrs Vickers, at the school to arrange a visit.