Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Hive College

Hours of work: 32.5 per week, Monday to Friday, or 26 per week 4 days, term Time Only

Salary:
Grade 3 - £27,254 to £33,699 FTE. Pay award pending Autumn 2026

32.50 hours: £21,217.91 to £26,235.50 Actual

26.00 hours: £16,974.33 to £20,988.40 Actual

Allowances:

£1,722 SEN allowance FTE (pro rata)

Contract type:
Permanent

Start date of role:
Autumn Term

Closing date:
Tuesday 1 September 2026

Interview date: W/C 21 September 2026

Enhanced DBS Check

Required:

Yes

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• An NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• A minimum GCSE English and Maths Grade C and above (or equivalent).
• A good understanding of how students learn and develop in education.
• The ability to support teachers in meeting the needs of all students, including mentoring, pastoral care and assisting with the physical care of students as and when required.
• The ability to work with individuals and small groups of students.
• Excellent communication and written skills with high expectations of learning and behaviour.
• The ability to support students in the classroom and whilst out in the community.