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Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Direct from school

Recruiting organisation: Penbridge Junior School

Portsmouth

Salary
£8.76 per hour
Contract
Temporary
Applications close
31 August 2026

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Job details

Salary
£8.76 per hour
Location
Portsmouth
Contract
Temporary
Applications close
31 August 2026

Job description

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a lasting difference in the lives of young learners? We are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Apprentice Teaching Assistant to join our team and support pupils across Penbridge Schools.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is motivated, caring and ready to build a rewarding career in education. As an Apprentice Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting classroom teaching and helping pupils thrive, all while gaining hands-on experience working towards a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.You will be supported every step of the way with high quality training and mentorship, equipping you with the skills to become a valued and confident member of our team. What you will need: 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 Key Responsibilities: For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached job description Support teaching and learning alongside the Classroom Teacher Motivate and encourage pupils to reach their full potential Participate in the Walking Bus between school sites on a rota basis 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

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Job reference
apprentice-teaching-assistant-juniors-penbridge-junior-school
Original source
Teaching Vacancies (Department for Education)
Employer type
Direct from school
Posted by the original source
24 July 2026
Last checked by SchoolJobs.uk
12 August 2026

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