Teaching Assistant Level 1

Winterstoke Hundred Academy; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Generous annual leave

Wellbeing and career progression

Health benefits

Family leave options

Cycle to work scheme

On-site parking

Job summary

Winterstoke Hundred Academy in Weston-super-Mare is seeking a Level 1 Teaching Assistant to support students' learning, development, and wellbeing under the guidance of the teaching team.

You will help deliver planned activities, adapt materials to meet diverse needs, and monitor progress. The role is term-time only with 19.5 hours per week, starting October 2026, offering a supportive environment and commitment to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities and how a Teaching Assistant supports learning.
• Ability to engage students and manage behaviour on a 1:1 or small group basis with tailored strategies.
• Commitment to undertake relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3) and first aid to support development.
• Strong interpersonal skills, empathy and active listening when supporting students.

Responsibilities

• Support students by implementing planned learning activities and teaching programmes under teacher guidance.
• Adjust activities according to student responses to maximise engagement.
• Help create an inclusive learning environment and monitor student progress.
• Collaborate with teachers and colleagues to support students’ personal and social development.

Skills

Behaviour management

Student engagement

One-to-one support

Interpersonal skills

Planning & organisation

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent

Job description

Job Title:Teaching Assistant(Level 1)

Actual Annual Salary:£12,093 - £13,181(Based on hours and working weeks)

Full Time Equivalent Salary:£26,798 - £29,208(CLFGrade B)

Contract Type:Permanent

Hours:Part-time,19.5hours per weekTerm Time Only (plus INSET days)

Additionalrole info:Working Pattern-Monday toWednesday – 6.5 hours per day

Provisional Start Date:October 2026

Your opportunity to support students to experience the best learning environment and reach their potential:

We are looking for a passionate and driven Level 1 Teaching Assistant to assist in the educational, personal, and social development ofstudentsunder the direction and guidance of relevant colleagues atWinterstoke Hundred Academy.

You will 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

We are seeking someone who is committed to making a real difference in the lives of young people, both within and beyond the classroom.

Through ongoing training and development, you will be fully supported in your role. This is a term-time-only position, ideal for someone who is enthusiastic about supporting children,and is eager to grow within a dynamic and inclusive educational environment.

About you:

You will:

• have an understandingofclassroom roles and responsibilities, and how a Teaching Assistant supports students in their learning and development.
• be able to engage students and manage behaviour effectively on a one-to-one or small group basis, using appropriate strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
• 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.
• demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to show empathy and actively listen when working with students who may require additional support.
• have good planning and organisational skills, especially in preparing and adapting learning activities and support materials to meet the diverse needs learners.
• be someone with a genuine interest in working with children and young people, and a strong commitment to inclusion and the acceptance of all learners, regardless of their abilities or backgrounds.

Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior tosubmitting an application.

AboutWinterstokeHundred Academy:

WinterstokeHundred Academy have students in all year groups, being oversubscribed in Years 7 to 10. Year 11 who were our first cohort of learners are a slightly smallercohortand we have a thriving sixth form with students in Years 12 and 13. The development of the new building, which opened in 2024, saw us nearing capacity as a split-site, medium-scale 11–19 Academy. We celebrate the fact that, as a new provision, our culture,ethosand values have been ours to define from the beginning, and we are able to decide what is important to take with us into the future as we grow.

Why work at CLF?

We are a diverse and inclusive community of 35 academies across five cluster regions in theSouth Westthat 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 Date31 August 2026
• Interviews:8 September 2026

We 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.

Skilled Worker visas cannot be sponsored through this role, as it does not meet the requirements set out by government.

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.