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Apprentice Teaching Assistant Level 3

Summerhill Academy · St George · posted 17 July 2026

Applications closed 30 July 2026. Similar live vacancies below.

Wage
£15,435 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Teaching assistant (level 3)
Starts
1 September 2026
Closing date
30 July 2026
Positions
1

The duties will depend on your experience and training. Generally, you'll need to:

On a one-to-one basis or in small groups, make sure that the pupils you support are able to engage in learning and stay on task during the lesson or activity

· support the social and emotional development of pupils, reporting any issues when required 

support the teacher in managing challenging pupil behaviour and promoting positive behaviour

  • listen to pupils read and read to pupils as a class, group or one-to-one
  • guide and monitor pupil progress
  • help with the planning of some lessons
  • provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupils' progress
  • carry out administrative duties, such as preparing classroom resources
  • look after pupils who have had accidents, need help dressing or are upset
  • create art displays of pupils' artwork
  • provide support outside of your normal classes, such as helping during exams, covering TA absences or going on school trips
  • help with extracurricular activity such as breakfast and after-school clubs, homework club, revision sessions or lunchtime duties
  • supervise other support staff
  • coordinate specific areas of teaching support once you have the right level of experience

Your training

  • The apprentice will attend the FIlton Campus of SGS College for their learning which will be on a weekly basis, term time only

Where it leads

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.

About Summerhill Academy

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.

Things to consider

You will need to pass an enhanced background check (DBS). https://www.gov.uk/criminal-record-checks-apply-role.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4 and above) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4 and above) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Summerhill Academy, Plummers Hill, St George, Bristol, BS5 7JU

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