Teaching Assistant Level 3
\* Please apply via the academy website https://waterloo.zestacademytrust.co.uk/vacancies/
Vacancy: Teaching Assistant level 3
Grade: D SCP 7\-11
FTE £26,403\-£28,142 pro rata Actual Salary: £20,281\-£21,617
Hours: 32\.5 hours per week. Monday\-Friday 08:45\-15:45 (Term only plus one week)
Contract: Fixed Term (12months)
45\.6weeks payable, paid in 12 equal payments
Required from: September 2026
Closing date: Monday 29th June 2026 (10am)
Shortlisting: Monday 29th June 2026 (pm)
Task and interview: Monday 6th July 2026
Zest Academy Trust is seeking to appoint a driven, dynamic, and committed Level 3 Teaching Assistant who has the passion, knowledge and skillset to complement our existing team of excellent practitioners at this exciting time in Waterloo’s development.
Waterloo Primary Academy is a three\-form entry primary school with its own nursery, situated at the heart of the local community in Blackpool. The school serves an area with significant socio\-economic challenges, making it a stimulating and highly rewarding place to work, where staff have the opportunity to make a genuine difference every day.
If you have the drive, resilience and determination needed to make a difference, this is an exciting opportunity to join us. We are a passionate team, who are fully committed to ensuring that every child at Waterloo, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to *achieve amazing things!*
We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant Level 3 who:
- holds a relevant Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
- is committed to securing the best possible outcomes for all pupils through high expectations, inclusive practice and a child\-centred approach
- can deliver and adapt targeted interventions and learning support that complement high\-quality classroom teaching and promote pupil progress
- uses effective questioning, modelling and scaffolding strategies to support pupils’ learning while encouraging independence and resilience
- builds positive relationships with pupils, staff and families, supporting pupils’ social, emotional and behavioural development in line with the school's values and approaches
- works collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to support assessment, identify barriers to learning and contribute to effective provision for all learners
- a caring and safe school with a warm and nurturing ethos
- a dedicated and supportive Leadership Team that challenges itself every day to make a difference to the lives of our children
- friendly, supportive colleagues who work exceptionally hard and are committed to providing high\-quality education and experiences for all
- a strong safeguarding and pastoral team
- happy and enthusiastic pupils, who are very proud of their school
- rich, high\-quality professional development
- access to a bespoke wellbeing programme, including a wellbeing day.
- automatic enrolment to the LGPS Pension Scheme
- a skilled and enthusiastic Governing Body, who are dedicated in their support of the school
- the opportunity to make a huge difference to the lives of the children and families we serve
The job description, person specification and application form are available to download from the school website https://waterloo.zestacademytrust.co.uk/our\-vacancies/ or alternatively, contact the school office on 01253 315370\.
Please return your completed application form and a succinct covering letter of application (max. 2 sides of A4\) via email to: Mrs Nicola Lea, Chief Operations Officer (details on advert pack on the academy website)
*If you have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date, you can assume that, on this occasion, your application has been unsuccessful.*
We look forward to receiving your application. If you have any questions regarding the post, please contact the Headteacher, Jenny Brown on 01253 315370\.
*Thank you for the interest you have shown in this vacancy.*
Pay: £26,403\.00\-£28,142\.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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