Level 3 Teaching Assistant

About Us: Stanstead Flying High Academy is a vibrant and inclusive primary school where children are at the centre of everything we do. We are proud of our warm, welcoming ethos and strong sense of community, where every child is supported to achieve their very best. Our dedicated staff team works collaboratively to create an environment where curiosity is encouraged, individuality is celebrated, and learning is brought to life through a rich, broad, and balanced curriculum. We place high importance on wellbeing, both for our children and our staff, and are committed to nurturing a positive, purposeful culture in which everyone can thrive.

About the Role: We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our team and help make a real difference to the lives of our children. This role is ideal for someone with a strong interest in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and a genuine passion for supporting children with a range of complex needs. We are looking for an individual who understands that every child is unique and who is committed to helping all children achieve their full potential, whatever their starting point. At our school, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that children thrive when they feel understood, valued, and supported, and we are seeking someone who can build trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues. The successful candidate will demonstrate patience, empathy, and resilience, alongside a deep commitment to inclusion and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to succeed. You will have experience of or a strong understanding of working with children with complex needs and be confident in adapting your approach to meet individual requirements. Working closely with teachers, leaders, and external professionals, you will play a key role in providing personalised support, removing barriers to learning, and celebrating every achievement, no matter how small.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide targeted support for pupils with SEND or additional needs, including supporting individual plans.
• Help deliver structured group activities, adapt resources, and track pupil progress under teacher guidance.
• Support pupils’ emotional and behavioural development to promote inclusion and confidence.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to support their learning, wellbeing, and personal development.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, support staff, and families to create a nurturing and inclusive environment.
• Maintain confidentiality, uphold safeguarding procedures, and model the school’s values in all interactions.

We Are Looking For:

• Is passionate about supporting children with SEND and complex needs.
• Has high expectations for every child and believes in their potential.
• Builds positive, nurturing relationships that enable children to feel safe and successful.
• Is patient, adaptable and committed to inclusive practice.
• A reflective practitioner who observes, records, and communicates pupil progress clearly.
• A reliable team player who can build strong relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues.
• Someone who maintains high professional standards and follows safeguarding and behaviour policies effectively.

If you are committed to making a meaningful difference and share our belief that every child deserves to be known, valued, and supported to thrive, we would love from you.

We Can Offer You:

• A commitment to people across our partnership, underpinned by our people principles: adaptability, wellness, recognising achievement, employee voice and engagement, professional development and growth, inclusivity, and collaboration.
• Access to extensive, high-quality CPL at every stage of your career, including opportunities to grow as a leader.
• The opportunity to progress across the partnership, realising your career ambitions.
• Access to an employee assistance programme that offers specialist support, including counselling, financial support, and legal advice.
• A fantastic working environment, with a team that works together for the benefit of the children in our schools.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children every day.

Application Details:

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit or find out more, please contact the school office. Early application is advised, as we may interview and appoint before the closing date. Flying High Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.