Teaching Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused educational organization in Bristol seeks a passionate Teaching Assistant dedicated to supporting pupils and promoting an inclusive environment. Responsibilities include supervising students, monitoring progress, and assisting with learning activities. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a good standard of education. This permanent, part-time role offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Health Cash-back Plans

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils in the classroom is desirable.
• Experience with additional needs is an advantage.
• Understanding of child development principles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support pupils to ensure safety and access to learning.
• Establish constructive relationships with pupils.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to engage pupils

Initiative

Support for pupils with additional needs

Education

5 GCSEs including English and Maths at grade C or above

Relevant TA qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3)

First Aid qualification

Job description

Are you a passionate professional ready to build your future? Do you want to work in a supportive environment where your skills and contributions are valued? Join us! At Futura Learning Partnership, we are committed to creating an environment where every employee—whether in teaching, support, or leadership—can flourish. We strive to attract, develop, and retain the very best talent by fostering a culture that values professional development, wellbeing, and inclusion.

Your Role in Building Brighter Futures

As a Teaching Assistant at Chandag Primary School, you will play a key role in delivering Futura’s mission of “Building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish”. We are seeking an individual passionate about living our values and making a positive impact on young people.

Chandag Primary School is a friendly, community-focused school with a strong ethos of inclusion and high expectations. Our staff are dedicated to ensuring every child experiences a broad, engaging curriculum in a supportive environment. As a Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

1. Supervising and supporting pupils, ensuring their safety and access to learning
2. Establishing constructive relationships with pupils and promoting inclusion
3. Supporting the use of ICT and encouraging pupil independence
4. Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback
5. Assisting with planning, delivering, and evaluating learning activities
6. Supporting the implementation of behaviour and individual education plans
7. Preparing learning materials, displays, and handling general admin tasks
8. Supporting school activities including lunchtimes and trips

What You’ll Bring to Futura

We are looking for a supportive and proactive Teaching Assistant who:

• Has a good standard of education (5 GCSEs including English and Maths at grade C or above) – Essential
• Possesses a relevant TA qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3) – Desirable
• Holds a First Aid qualification – Desirable
• Has experience supporting pupils in the classroom – Desirable
• Has experience supporting pupils with additional needs – Desirable
• Understands classroom roles and principles of child development – Essential
• Demonstrates strong communication skills and the ability to engage pupils
• Can support a range of pupils, including those with additional needs
• Uses initiative effectively and can work independently or as part of a team
• Utilizes ICT effectively to support learning
• Is passionate about creating a supportive and inclusive environment
• Aligns with our trust-wide values by bringing a positive, collaborative approach and a willingness to develop professionally

What We Offer to Support Your Growth

• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and career progression opportunities
• Inset days, rotation, and secondment opportunities
• Leadership succession programs and coaching
• Wellbeing initiatives including ‘Wellbeing Moments’ and access to EAP
• Health Cash-back Plans (e.g., dentist, physio), pension schemes, and discount platforms
• Our Climate and Nature strategies reflecting a commitment to sustainability
• An inclusive, respectful, and collaborative working culture

Key Information

• Hours: 19.5 hours, Term Time, Permanent
• Application Deadline: 8th August 2025
• Interviews likely shortly after the deadline

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the deadline.

Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Prior to appointment, successful candidates will undergo:

• Enhanced DBS check
• Children’s Barred List check
• Satisfactory references (including most recent employer)
• Pre-employment health screening
• Online searches and other checks as applicable

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. Applications from all backgrounds are encouraged, and we support our staff to reach their full potential.