Summary
We are looking for a skilled, enthusiastic and flexible apprentice teaching assistant to join our friendly and supportive team, supporting children across Key Stage 2 (Junior School). The role will involve providing general support in class and working towards a level 3 TA qualification on the City of Bristol College apprentice programme.
Wage
£13,741 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
Training course
Teaching assistant (level 3)
Hours
Between 8.45am - 3.20pm, Monday to Friday with a 20-minute break and an unpaid lunch.
35 hours a week
Start date
Monday 8 September 2025
Duration
1 year 6 months
Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
All applicants must have a grade 4 in English and Maths at GCSE (or equivalent).
CCJ can offer:
* Engaged, creative, eager learners who rise to challenges and are determined to do their best
* A highly skilled, enthusiastic and committed staff, strong community and church links and a fully engaged and supportive governing body
* Collective determination to ensure that the school continues the journey of building on our recent good OfSTED report to offer the best for every child
* A commitment to innovative teaching, contextualised learning and the quality of children’s experiences, at the heart of the curriculum
* A strong commitment to, supporting the learning and social inclusion/development of SEN children
* A highly effective group of teaching assistants, both SEN and learning support, who work together a team
* A full commitment to the professional development of Teaching Assistants both as individuals and as a team
The new apprentice TA will:
· be patient and have an unconditionally positive approach to children with distressed behaviours
* Bring an enthusiasm for the role and a passion for helping every child achieve
* Be fun but firm with a clear and consistent approach with high expectations of learning and behaviour
* Be a team player with good communication skills, willing to be flexible and work collaboratively with the team
Please call the school office (01454 866516) or email christchurchjuniors@sgmail.org.uk if you have any questions about the role or the school.
The closing date for applications is:
* Friday 5th September 2025
* Interviews will take place in the week
* W/C 8th September 2025
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check.
Where you'll work
Christ Church C of E VC Junior School,
BS16 5JJ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
CITY OF BRISTOL COLLEGE
Training course
Teaching assistant (level 3)
What you'll learn
Course contents
* Apply strategies to support and encourage the development of independent learners.
* Adapt communication strategies for the audience and context.
* Apply behaviour management strategies in line with organisational policy.
* Adapt resources to support all learners.
* Communicate with teachers to ensure clarity of the TA’s role.
* Apply teaching strategies to deliver learning activities or interventions.
* Build relationships with learners, teachers, other professionals and stakeholders.
* Comply with legislation, guidance, and procedures for Prevent, safeguarding and health & safety.
* Support the well-being and mental health of learners.
* Observe, record, and report on learners in line with organisational procedures.
* Apply methods of formative assessment.
* Use up to date technology safely, to support learning.
* Encourage safe use of technology by learners.
* Adapt teaching strategies to support all learners (for example, scaffolding, open questioning).
* Identify and respond to pastoral and academic behaviours in learners.
* Provide feedback to learners.
* Apply strategies to support and encourage the development of independent learners.
* Adapt communication strategies for the audience and context.
* Apply behaviour management strategies in line with organisational policy.
* Adapt resources to support all learners.
* Communicate with teachers to ensure clarity of the TA’s role.
* Apply teaching strategies to deliver learning activities or interventions.
* Build relationships with learners, teachers, other professionals and stakeholders.
* Comply with legislation, guidance, and procedures for Prevent, safeguarding and health & safety.
* Support the well-being and mental health of learners.
* Observe, record, and report on learners in line with organisational procedures.
* Apply methods of formative assessment.
* Use up to date technology safely, to support learning.
* Encourage safe use of technology by learners.
* Adapt teaching strategies to support all learners (for example, scaffolding, open questioning).
* Identify and respond to pastoral and academic behaviours in learners.
* Provide feedback to learners.
Training schedule
Training and Qualification Level - What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
* Teaching Assistant Level 3
* Supporting the class teacher to enhance learning
* City of Bristol College
* Off site in its entirety
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Maths and English (grade 4+)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Number skills
* Team working
* Initiative
* Patience
Other requirements
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check.