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Level 3 Teaching Apprenticeship at Westfield Primary School, Radstock

Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership · Radstock · posted 22 October 2026

Wage
£13,000 a year
Hours
31.25 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Teaching assistant (level 3)
Starts
16 November 2026
Closing date
6 November 2026
Positions
1

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A  classroom Teaching Assistant supports the teacher to help children to achieve their potential:

The role will include:

  • Supporting children with daily school routines
  • Supporting children to access learning within the classroom 
  • Hearing children read
  • Planning and leading some intervention groups (once ready to do so)
  • Supporting children's emotional wellbeing
  • Upholding the school's vision and values
  • Working within the classroom/year group team 

You will be able to communicate clearly in spoken and written English and will be able to support and reinforce learning.  A solid qualification in maths and English is therefore essential. 

Your training

  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
  • Functional Skills Level 2 in maths and English (if not previously attained at GCSE)
  • Blended on/off-the-job training and location to be confirmed
  • End Point Assessment:  Practical workplace observation, Q&A session and Professional Discussion 

Where it leads

  • Following successful completion of this apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity for permanent employment at this school or another within the Trust

About Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership

Westfield School is a large, lively, vibrant school which currently has 380 children aged 2-11 years on roll.  Our school motto is "Learning at Westfield School leads to a life full of choice" as we all believe that instilling a love of learning and developing different learning skills is vital in preparing children for their future lives. 

Things to consider

Successful candidates will be subject to a DBS check. Please also consider how you will travel to the place of work, particularly if you rely on public transport. 

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsOrganisation skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

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

Where you'll work

  • Westfield Primary School, Longfellow Road, Radstock, BA3 3XX

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