Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Meon Junior School, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO4 8NT

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  22 February 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  6 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
• Contract type: Fixed term - 18 month apprenticeship
• Hourly rate: £8.76 per hour

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a lasting difference in the lives of young learners?

Meon Way Federation is seeking to appoint an Apprentice Teaching Assistant to join our team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is motivated, caring and ready to build a rewarding career in education. As an Apprentice Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting classroom teaching and helping pupils thrive, all while gaining hands-on experience working towards a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.You will be supported every step of the way with high quality training and mentorship, equipping you with the skills to become a valued and confident member of our team.What you will need:

• GCSE or Functional Skills (Grade 4/C or Level 2) in Maths and English
• A genuine desire to work with children and make a positive impact on their learning journey

Key Responsibilities:

For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached job description

• Support teaching and learning alongside the Classroom Teacher
• Motivate and encourage pupils to reach their full potential
• Communicate effectively with staff, pupils, parents and carers
• Use ICT confidently to support learning and admin tasks
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Understanding of the educational system and current development

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school and our Trust! Make a difference. Start your journey in education at Meon Way Federation.

What the school offers its staff

Meon Infant School, Meon Junior School and Moorings Way Infant School have joined forces to become Meon Way Federation. We have a highly motivated and talented team and children are encouraged to become confident, caring and articulate and to use their abilities to the full. We provide an atmosphere, which enables the children to acquire a wide range of knowledge, skills and practical abilities.

“Staff all enjoy working here and agree that leaders are considerate of staff’s well-being”– Ofsted

What our Trust will offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales
• Pension Scheme Membership:Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support:Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Training:Expand your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing:Our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
• Cycle2Work Scheme:Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• TSAT Benefits portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
• Store Discounts:Support staff have access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
• Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across awide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Meon Junior School

• School type: Academy, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 349 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Meon Junior School website
• Email address: Caroline.Sage@meonway.tsat.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/meon-junior-school-portsmouth

Arranging a visit to Meon Junior School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Caroline.Sage@meonway.tsat.uk.

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