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
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Penbridge Junior School
Academy converter · Primary · Ages 7–11
- 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
View full school profileOfsted rating key
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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