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Level 3 Teaching Assistants - Surrey

Tradewind Recruitment·Surrey·Posted 1 week ago
💰 £93-100/hour
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Level 3 Teaching Assistants

  • Contracts: Full-time and part-time opportunities available with flexible start dates
  • Location: Surrey - border of Croydon and Surrey, Outer London (e.g. Caterham, Coulsdon, Whyteleafe and Warlingham areas)
  • Start Date: May OR September 2026
  • Role: Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis across EYFS to Year 6, including children with mild to moderate SEND

Tradewind Recruitment is currently partnering with a number of welcoming and well-regarded primary schools across South London. with increasing opportunities for Level 3 Teaching Assistants to join them on a temporary or long-term basis.


These roles involve providing targeted 1:1 and small group support to pupils with mild to moderate special educational needs within mainstream classrooms. This is a fantastic opportunity for skilled Teaching Assistants who are passionate about helping children reach their full potential while working within supportive school environments.


As a Level 3 TA, you can expect to:

  • Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support for pupils predominantly in Nursery, EYFS or KS1

  • Support pupils with mild to moderate SEND, helping them access the curriculum and develop confidence in learning

  • Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management

  • Help create a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment

  • Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and support staff to monitor pupil progress and wellbeing

  • Support the preparation of learning resources and classroom activities

Qualifications:

  • Level 3 Diploma in Teaching and Learning

  • Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)

  • Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (CACHE)

  • Level 3 Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development (CCLD)

  • Level 3 NVQ in Children's Care, Learning and Development

  • Level 3 Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy - Birth to 7

  • Level 3 Diploma in Playwork

  • Level 3 Award/Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (STLS


The Ideal Candidate:

  • Must hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)

  • Have recent experience working in a UK primary school setting

  • Have experience supporting pupils with SEND, particularly in a 1:1 capacity

  • Demonstrate strong communication, patience and adaptability

  • Be enthusiastic about supporting children's learning and development

  • Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, partnering with a wide network of schools across London.

When working with Tradewind, you will benefit from:

  • Competitive daily rates, paid weekly

  • Opportunities to work in high-quality partner schools across Surrey

  • Access to 2,500+ CPD-accredited courses via The National College

  • Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant

  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions

To apply, please contact Lauren at Tradewind Recruitment via

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Must-have skills
Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualificationUK primary school experienceSEND support experience1:1 pupil supportEnhanced DBS clearance
Nice-to-have
EYFS specialist knowledgeMontessori Pedagogy qualificationSTLS certificationEarly Years Educator Level 3
Soft skills
CommunicationPatienceAdaptabilityEnthusiasmCollaborationInclusivity
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  • Provided 1:1 SEND support to 12 pupils across EYFS and KS1, helping 85% achieve their individual learning targets within 2 terms
  • Collaborated with 4 SENCOs to develop personalised learning plans, resulting in improved curriculum access for children with mild learning difficulties
  • Prepared differentiated learning resources for 6 mainstream classrooms, supporting 180+ pupils including 25 with additional needs

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Tradewind Recruitment's Level 3 Teaching Assistant opportunities across Surrey primary schools align perfectly with my passion for SEND support and EYFS experience. My Level 3 qualification and proven track record in 1:1 pupil support make me well-suited for these roles spanning Caterham to Coulsdon areas.

My background in primary education has equipped me with the patience and adaptability essential for supporting pupils with mild to moderate SEND whilst maintaining inclusive classroom environments.

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Technical

  • How would you adapt curriculum materials for a child with mild learning difficulties in KS1?
  • What strategies would you use to support a child with SEND in accessing phonics lessons?
  • How do you prepare learning resources that cater to different learning styles in EYFS?
  • Describe your experience working with SENCOs to monitor pupil progress
  • What classroom management techniques work best when supporting small groups with SEND?

Behavioural

  • Tell me about a time you helped a child with SEND overcome a learning challenge
  • Describe a situation where you had to adapt your approach with a reluctant learner
  • Give an example of how you've collaborated with a class teacher to support pupil development
  • Tell me about a time you had to show patience when working with a child with additional needs
  • Describe how you've contributed to creating an inclusive classroom environment
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Tell me about a time you helped a child with SEND overcome a learning challenge

A Year 1 pupil with mild dyslexia was struggling with phonics recognition, becoming frustrated and disengaged during literacy sessions. I worked with the SENCO to develop a multi-sensory approach using tactile letter cards and visual cues. Over 6 weeks of daily 20-minute 1:1 sessions, I introduced kinesthetic learning techniques where the child traced letters in sand whilst saying the sounds. By half-term, his phonics screening improved from 15% to 68% accuracy, and his confidence in group reading activities increased significantly. The class teacher noted his willingness to participate in whole-class phonics lessons had transformed completely.
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Describe a situation where you had to adapt your approach with a reluctant learner

An EYFS pupil with attention difficulties refused to engage in numeracy activities, often disrupting small group sessions. I observed that he showed keen interest in construction toys during free play. I redesigned our counting exercises to incorporate building blocks and toy cars, turning abstract number concepts into hands-on experiences. Within 3 weeks, his engagement improved dramatically - he began requesting 'number building time' and completed counting tasks to 20 independently. His mathematical confidence grew from avoiding all numeracy work to volunteering answers during carpet time, demonstrating that matching teaching methods to individual interests yields remarkable results.

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