At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students in various subjects and assist teachers with lesson preparation.
- Company: King's Oak Academy, a vibrant all-through academy in Bristol.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, develop teaching skills, and enjoy a supportive environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to progress into higher teaching roles or specialisations after the apprenticeship.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while growing your career in education.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths (grade 4 or above) required.
The predicted salary is between 19350 - 23650 £ per year.
This role will be based within our Sport, Food and Creative Technology departments. The work involves supporting children individually, in groups or as a whole class in school. You will engage with students across a range of abilities and undertake duties that support the teacher, such as preparing lesson resources and spaces.
About the Employer
King's Oak Academy is an all-through academy located on Brook Road in Kingswood, Bristol. It serves students from Reception (age 4) through to Year 11 (age 16) and is a member of the Cabot Learning Federation (CLF).
What You'll Do
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Promote the organisation’s ethos, including diversity, inclusion, equality, and challenging stereotypes, bullying, or harassment.
- Build effective working relationships with your line manager and team to ensure smooth practical/technical support.
- Implement safeguarding and safe practice (including online safety) while maintaining confidentiality.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENDCo, external advisors, and parents/carers to support learners.
- Maintain positive relationships with external providers, contractors, and suppliers.
- Establish professional relationships with students and offer practical/technical assistance.
- Communicate professionally with all stakeholders across various communication methods.
- Liaise with site staff regarding equipment setup/movement as required.
- Collaborate with Technicians across the academy/federation to share best practice and improve provision.
People Management:
- Provide technical and practical advice to staff and students; demonstrate equipment use when required.
- Support classroom activities by demonstrating safe use of resources, machinery, and equipment.
- Understand learner needs and apply strategies to help them achieve learning goals.
- Promote engagement and foster independent learning behaviours.
- Build positive learner relationships and uphold the school’s behaviour policy.
- Support learners’ social, emotional, and mental wellbeing, in line with policies.
- Deliver individual or small-group teaching within agreed parameters alongside teaching staff.
- Support assessment and planning through monitoring, recording, and reporting learner outcomes.
Resource Management:
- Prepare curriculum resources (e.g., food prep, apparatus setup, risk assessment review) for lessons, networks, CPD days, and events.
- Set up and clear away resources for practical activities.
- Develop skills in the safe storage and handling of materials, equipment, and specialised resources.
Training Outcome
After a Teaching Assistant apprenticeship, you can typically progress through these stages:
- Become a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to lead classes or a Senior TA to manage staff.
- Move into SEN support, Pastoral care, or Learning Mentor roles.
- 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.
Skills Required:
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Qualifications:
- Essential - GCSE - English - 4 and above
- Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4 and above
Course Information:
- Course: Teaching assistant (level 3)
- Level: 3
- Route: Education and early years
- Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements:
- Working Week: Monday to Friday, with a day release to college. Exact hours to be agreed between the apprentice and their manager.
- Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
- Training Provider: SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE AND STROUD COLLEGE
This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.
Apprentice Teaching Assistant Level 3 in Kingswood employer: Cabot Learning Federation
Join the Cabot Learning Federation (CLF) as a Senior HR Adviser and experience a fulfilling career in a supportive and inclusive environment. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, CLF offers generous benefits including a comprehensive pension scheme, extensive professional development opportunities, and a focus on work-life balance through hybrid working arrangements. As part of a diverse educational community, you'll play a vital role in shaping a positive culture while making a meaningful impact on the lives of over 18,000 learners across the South West.
