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Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship At Dundry C Of E Primary School
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Dundry C.E. Primary School
Dundry C.E. Primary School is a happy, vibrant small village school where we aim to provide an excellent education for all pupils. We want to enable our pupils to become resilient and creative learners, who show respect for others and the world around them.
Wage
- £12,480 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
- National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Please note that this apprenticeship is term time only and therefore the annual wage will be £9,360 P/A on a Pro Rata basis.
Training Course
- Teaching assistant (level 3)
Hours
- 8.30am - 3.30pm with a 1 hour unpaid lunch break.
- 30 hours a week
Start Date
- Monday 21 September 2026
Duration
- 1 year 6 months
Positions Available
- 1
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
To work under the direct instruction of teaching / senior staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher, to support access to learning for pupils and provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.
Support for Pupils:
- Attend to the pupils’ personal needs
- Supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning
- Establish constructive relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs
- Develop a good knowledge of a pupil's individual special educational needs and implement appropriate strategies
- Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
- Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
- To provide pastoral support for pupils as directed by the tutor or House staff
Support for Teacher:
- Prepare the classroom as directed for lessons and clear afterwards
- Be aware of pupil problems / progress / achievements and report to the teacher as agreed
- Undertake pupil record keeping as requested
- Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate
- Gather / report information from / to parents / carers as directed
- Provide clerical / admin support for learning
- Support pupils to develop basic literacy and numeracy skills
- Support the role of the tutor, including mentoring individual or small groups of students as directed by the tutor or House staff
Support for the Curriculum:
- Support pupils to understand instructions
- Support pupils in respect of local and national learning strategies as directed by the teacher
- Support pupils in accessing and developing basic ICT skills
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School Support & General:
- To attend all department meetings and relevant staff meetings
- To attend all training courses as directed
- To participate in the School’s Performance Management Review process and make use of professional development opportunities
- To familiarise yourself with the working practices of the Department and adhere to them at all times
- To maintain confidentiality according to organisation and legal requirements
- To be aware of equal opportunities policies and principles and health and safety regulations
- The postholder will be expected to contribute to the protection of children as appropriate, in accordance with any agreed policies and/or guidelines, reporting any issues or concerns to their immediate line manager
Where you'll work
- 110 Dundry Lane
- Dundry
- Bristol
- BS41 8JE
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
- SOMERSET SKILLS & LEARNING CIC
Training course
- Teaching assistant (level 3)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Apply strategies to support and encourage the development of independent learners.
- Adapt communication strategies for the audience and context.
- Apply behaviour management strategies in line with organisational policy.
- Adapt resources to support all learners.
- Communicate with teachers to ensure clarity of the TA’s role.
- Apply teaching strategies to deliver learning activities or interventions.
- Build relationships with learners, teachers, other professionals and stakeholders.
- Comply with legislation, guidance, and procedures for Prevent, safeguarding and health & safety.
- Support the well-being and mental health of learners.
- Observe, record, and report on learners in line with organisational procedures.
- Apply methods of formative assessment.
- Use up to date technology safely, to support learning.
- Encourage safe use of technology by learners.
- Adapt teaching strategies to support all learners (for example, scaffolding, open questioning).
- Identify and respond to pastoral and academic behaviours in learners.
- Provide feedback to learners.
Training schedule
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
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Desirable qualifications
- GCSE in:
- English (grade (Grade A-C/9-4))
- Maths (grade (Grade A-C/9-4))
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
- Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
- Dundry is a small rural village on the outskirts of Bristol. Public transport is extremely limited so candidates would need a full driving licence and their own transport.
Dundry C.E. Primary School
Dundry C.E. Primary School is a happy, vibrant small village school where we aim to provide an excellent education for all pupils. We want to enable our pupils to become resilient and creative learners, who show respect for others and the world around them. We have a friendly, committed and caring staff team, all of whom endeavour to provide the best educational experiences and a wide range of exciting opportunities for every child at our school.
Are you passionate about giving children the best possible start in their educational journey? Do you have a "magic touch" when it comes to Early years/KS1 child development?
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant reception/Year 1 class. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a nurturing environment where play-based learning and child-led exploration are at the heart of everything we do.
https://www.dundryprimary.co.uk (opens in new tab)
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Potential permanent job role, progression to a higher-level apprenticeship or qualification.
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
- SOMERSET SKILLS & LEARNING CIC
- MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP SS&L
- Enquiries@sslcourses.co.uk
- 03303327997
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000043687.
Closes in 30 days (Thursday 20 August 2026 at 11:59pm)
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