Apprentice Teaching Assistant Level 3

Summerhill Primary; West of England; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Summerhill Academy in Bristol is offering a Teaching Assistant apprenticeship (Level 3) to support individual pupils and groups, including those with EHCPs. You will deliver interventions, monitor progress, and communicate with staff while progressing toward HLTA or SEN support roles.

The program runs Monday to Friday with college-based study, lasting about 1 year 6 months, with SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE AND STROUD COLLEGE as the training provider. Disability Confident status is noted.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or above.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually, in small groups and 1:1 where needed.
• Work with pupils who have EHCPs and SEN needs.
• Deliver academic, social and emotional interventions.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress using a range of strategies.
• Communicate effectively with teaching staff and other professionals.
• Undertake relevant training to support intervention delivery.
• Provide classroom support to meet the needs of learners with varying abilities.
• Help pupils engage positively in learning and reach their potential.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Team working

Creative

Initiative

Non judgemental

Patience

Education

GCSE - English - 4+

GCSE - Maths - 4+

Job description

Introduction

Support children individually and in small groups including pupils with EHCPs. Deliver academic, social and emotional interventions, monitor progress, assess learning using a range of strategies, and communicate effectively. Undertake training and provide classroom support for pupils with varying abilities, including those with SEN.

About the Employer

Summerhill Academy is a diverse and inclusive primary school in St George, Bristol, serving children aged 7-11. As part of the Cabot Learning Federation (CLF), we are committed to providing a high-quality education that enables every child to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our dedicated staff work together to create a nurturing and inspiring learning environment where children are encouraged to be ambitious, resilient and respectful. We value diversity, community engagement and continuous improvement, making Summerhill Academy an exciting and supportive place to work and develop professionally.

What You'll Do

• Support pupils individually, in small groups and on a 1:1 basis


• Work with pupils who have EHCPs and additional SEN needs


• Deliver academic, social and emotional interventions


• Monitor and assess pupil progress using a range of strategies


• Communicate effectively with teaching staff and other professionals


• Undertake relevant training to support intervention delivery


• Provide classroom support to meet the needs of learners with varying abilities


• Help pupils achieve their full potential and engage positively in learning

Training Outcome

After a Teaching Assistant apprenticeship, you can typically progress through these stages:

Senior Support:

• Become a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to lead classes or a Senior TA to manage staff

Specialisation:

• Move into SEN support, Pastoral care, or Learning Mentor roles

Teacher Training:

• Use your experience to enter a Teacher Degree Apprenticeship or a PGCE route to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Completion of the apprenticeship program does not automatically lead to continued employment.

Skills Required

• Communication skills


• IT skills


• Attention to detail


• Organisation skills


• Customer care skills


• Team working


• Creative


• Initiative


• Non judgemental


• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4 and above


• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4 and above

Course Information

Course: Teaching assistant (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday with a day release to college. Exact hours to be agreed between the apprentice and their manager.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE AND STROUD COLLEGE

This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.