Apprentice Teaching Assistant: Launch Your Education Career

Thinking Schools Academy Trust; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 9,600 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Private Healthcare

Free flu vaccinations

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Job summary

Moorings Way Infant School, part of the Meon Way Federation and within Thinking Schools Academy Trust, is recruiting an Apprentice Teaching Assistant. You will support classroom teaching and help pupils thrive while working towards a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.

We offer high‑quality training, mentorship and a supportive team environment to help you grow into a confident contributor in our schools.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning alongside the Classroom Teacher.
• Motivate and encourage pupils to reach their full potential.
• 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.

Skills

Desire to work with children

Education

GCSE or Functional Skills in Maths and English

Job description

Moorings Way Infant School, part of the Meon Way Federation and within Thinking Schools Academy Trust, is recruiting an Apprentice Teaching Assistant. You will support classroom teaching and help pupils thrive while working towards a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.

We offer high‑quality training, mentorship and a supportive team environment to help you grow into a confident contributor in our schools.