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Apprentice Teaching Assistant - Juniors

Penbridge Junior School · Portsmouth · Portsmouth

Job description

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a lasting difference in the lives of young learners? We are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Apprentice Teaching Assistant to join our team and support pupils across Penbridge Schools.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is motivated, caring and ready to build a rewarding career in education. As an Apprentice Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting classroom teaching and helping pupils thrive, all while gaining hands-on experience working towards a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.You will be supported every step of the way with high quality training and mentorship, equipping you with the skills to become a valued and confident member of our team.

What you will need:

  • GCSE or Functional Skills (Grade 4/C or Level 2) in Maths and English
  • A genuine desire to work with children and make a positive impact on their learning journey

Key Responsibilities:

For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached job description

  • Support teaching and learning alongside the Classroom Teacher
  • Motivate and encourage pupils to reach their full potential
  • Participate in the Walking Bus between school sites on a rota basis
  • Communicate effectively with staff, pupils, parents and carers
  • Use ICT confidently to support learning and admin tasks
  • Excellent organisational and administrative skills
  • Understanding of the educational system and current development

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About this school

Penbridge Junior School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 7–11

Not rated
Pupils
441
Avg teacher salary
£45,762
Pupil:teacher ratio
23.2:1
Academy trust
THE THINKING SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO2 7RW

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Salary
£8.76 per hour
Contract
Fixed term or temporary
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
24 July 2026
Closing date
31 August 2026

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