Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Summit Learning Trust Mission Statement

Success through Endeavour

Ambition through Challenge

Strength through Diversity

About this Role

Lyndon is part of Summit Learning Trust ,the leadership at Lyndon is progressive and has the vision, drive and support to lead the Academy on a journey of excellence, with Colleagues that have a passion for teaching and learning. Join us and you will be part of an improving school with a strong team ethos. We believe in working collaboratively, sharing ideas and supporting each other to achieve great things.

Here at Lyndon School, we aim to create opportunities and support achievement for our learners and colleagues alike. Right now, we are looking for an inspiring Teaching Assistant who can work with learners and with teaching colleagues to create a nurturing environment within which everyone can reach their full potential.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team at Lyndon School. You will work alongside teachers to support high-quality teaching and learning, helping learners to reach their full potential both academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils’ learning in lessons, small groups, and one-to-one settings.
• Assist teachers with planning, preparing, and delivering learning activities.
• Adapt resources and approaches to meet the needs of all learners, including those with SEND.
• Monitor and record pupils’ progress, providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Help maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Supervise learners during non-teaching times, including break and lunch where required.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Has recent experience working with children or young people in an educational setting.
• Can adapt teaching approaches to suit different learning needs.
• Is a proactive and supportive team player.
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills.

Why Join Summit Learning Trust?

• A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment.
• Commitment to your professional development with high quality CPD opportunities and career progression.
• Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and a wide range of employee benefits.
• The chance to make a meaning impact on the lives of young people.

Visits to the Academy are encouraged. Please contact [phone removed] to arrange this.

The closing date is 22nd November 2026 and it is expected that interviews will be held shortly after.

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities. Summit Learning Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barred List check., and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates. Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available to view here. If you require the application form in a different format, please contact [email removed].