SEN Apprentice Teaching Assistant
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8.40am - 15.30pm, Tuesday 8.40am - 16.20pm
We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic individuals who want to kick start their careers in education. At Kingsweston School we currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as an Apprentice Teaching Assistant, supporting teaching staff with responsibility for the development and educational provision of learners.
Job overview
You will be working towards a Level 3 qualification as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, building the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to support pupils with special educational needs. We offer full support in partnership with The City of Bristol College, giving you the opportunity to gain valuable experience working alongside our fantastic students and staff. This programme is designed to set you up for a successful future in schools.
Your responsibilities
- Support the development of individual learning plans alongside the teacher
- Assist in supervising students alongside the teaching and support staff
- Attend to students’ daily needs and provide care in and out of the classroom
- Deliver specific medical care following appropriate training
- Lead activities, monitor progress and behaviour, and provide guidance
- Participate in outdoor activities and trips, ensuring a safe environment
Why join us?
As a Apprentice Teaching Assistant within Kingsweston School, you’ll be able to build upon your existing skillset within a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.
Company benefits include:
- Support and health plans through West Field Health.
- Schools Advisory Support for well being and mental health.
- MY TIME: paid day off for wellbeing
- Cycle to work scheme
- Pension scheme
- Consistent training and twilight training for upskilling
- Free tea and coffee
- Free on site parking
Closing date Monday 29.09.25
Interview date Monday 06.10.25
Candidates must have GCSE/Level 2 English and maths.
This post will be subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS clearance and a health assessment. Kingsweston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
Kingsweston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.