Teaching Assistant – Level 1

Eteach International; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Annual leave

Wellbeing support

Health benefits

Cycle to work scheme

On-site parking

Job summary

Frome Vale Academy, located in Bristol, seeks a Teaching Assistant – Level 1 to provide tailored support enabling pupils to access the curriculum and engage with learning. You will implement planned activities, adjust approaches based on student responses, and work with teachers to promote attainment and well-being.

We value empathetic, patient individuals with strong interpersonal skills who can manage behavior in small groups and contribute to an inclusive school community.

Qualifications

• Experience in a single form entry school is essential.
• Willingness to pursue NVQ 2/3 or equivalent and first aid qualification.
• Ability to engage students one-to-one or in small groups.
• Strong interpersonal skills and active listening.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored support to enable students to access the curriculum.
• Implement planned learning activities as agreed with the teacher.
• Adjust activities according to students’ responses to improve engagement and attainment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support pupil learning and well-being.

Skills

Empathy and active listening

Behaviour management

Planning and organisation

Student engagement

One-to-one support

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

First aid qualification

Job description

# Teaching Assistant – Level 1Employer: Frome Vale AcademyLocation: Bristol, South GloucestershireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeContract Length: PermanentSalary: £16,702 - £18,204Posted: 6th October 2026Expires: 18th October 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1578017Job Reference: 43988* Share :* Print**Job Title:**Teaching Assistant – Level 1**Actual Annual Salary:** £16,702 - £18,204**Full-Time Equivalent Salary:** £26,798 - £29,208 (CLF Grade B) Based on full-time hours, all year round.**Contract Type:**Permanent**Hours:**32.5 hours (6.5 hours Monday to Friday)**Potential Start Date:** November 2026An opportunity to empower students to reach their full potential by delivering tailored support that enhances learning, engagement, and well-being:Support students by adopting relevant strategies and techniques to enable them to access the curriculum, engage with their learning and achieve their full potential. Takes responsibility for implementing planned learning activities/ teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher, adjusting activities according to students’ responses as appropriate. Deliver measurable impact on student attainment as well as social and emotional well-being. Works collaboratively with relevant colleagues to fulfil the requirements of the role.**About you:****You will:*** Be committed to being part of a high performing school that has high expectations.* Continuously be committed to improving the life chances of pupils.* Always be committed to own self development and resilient to the challenges of working in a single form entry school.* Be committed to seeing feedback as a gift and strive to be better every day.* Stay committed to the wider success of the school and community.* Have experience of, or willingness to embrace working in a single form entry school is essential.* Have an understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities and how a teaching assistant supports students in their learning.* Be able to engage students and manage behaviour on a one to one or small group basis.* Be committed to undertake relevant qualifications, e.g. Relevant nvq level 2/ 3 in supporting teaching and learning or equivalent, first aid qualification, to ensure ongoing professional development.* Be able to engage students and manage behaviour on a one to one or small group basis.* Have strong interpersonal skills, in particular with the ability to demonstrate empathy and active listening.* Have good planning and organisational skills, specifically with regard to learning activities and support materials.* Be someone with a keen interest in working with children and commitment to inclusion and acceptance of all.Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.**About Frome Vale Academy:**Frome Vale Academy is a dynamic, vibrant school in the heart of its local community within Downend, Bristol. We are a single form entry school, with a maximum of 30 children per year group with an ‘outstanding’ Ofsted rating.The school is set within beautiful grounds of approximately 9 acres, which are used extensively for outside learning and play. At Frome Vale, our children are encouraged and guided to achieve their full potential within a safe and engaging environment.**Why work at CLF?**We are a diverse and inclusive community of 37 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.**What we can offer you:*** Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).* Generous annual leave.* A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities.* Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.* Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.* A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.* Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more!**Recruitment timeline:*** Closing Date: 18/10/2026* Shortlisting date: 19/10/2026* Interviews: TBCWe welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs – a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.Please note we are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this role.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.