Job Description

At Futura Learning Partnership, we are committed to creating an environment where every employee - whether in teaching, support, or leadership - can flourish. We strive to attract, develop, and retain the very best talent by creating a culture that values professional development, wellbeing, and inclusion.



Your Role in Building Brighter Futures



As a Teaching Assistant Apprentice at The Meadows Primary you will play a key role in contributing to the delivery of Futura's mission statement of "Building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish". We are looking for an individual who is passionate about living our values and making a positive impact on all the young people in our Trust.



The Meadows Primary School in Bitton is a welcoming school that places a strong emphasis on relationships, wellbeing, and achievement. The school encourages curiosity, resilience, and high aspirations through a broad, engaging curriculum.

What You'll Bring to Futura:

We are looking for a motivated and inspirational apprentice teaching assistant who will:



Have a good standard of education (5 x GCSE's - English and Maths C or above)

Have proven ability to self-study

Have proven ability to work with a range of people and children

Be confident, enthusiastic and self-motivated

Be able to supervise a group of pupils

Can plan effective play-based activities

Demonstrate a passion for creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all members of our school community

Aligns with our trust-wide values by bringing a positive, collaborative approach to their work and a willingness to continuously develop professionally

What We Offer to Support Your Growth

Professional Growth:

Continuous Professional Development (CPD), inset days, rotation and secondment opportunities, and leadership succession programmes.

Wellbeing Support:

Initiatives like 'Wellbeing Moments,' flexible working arrangements, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental health support.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Generous defined pension schemes, Health Cash-back Plan (covering dentist, physiotherapy appointments etc.), and multiple retail discount schemes.

Sustainability Commitment:

Reducing our carbon footprint through our Climate and Nature initiatives across all schools.

Inclusive Culture:

A collaborative environment where diversity is celebrated, helping staff bring their best selves to work and thrive in their roles.

Key Information

Location



Bitton, Bristol. BS30 6HS



Job Title



Teaching Assistant Apprentice



Hours of Work



18 hours per week Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 08:30 - 15:30, which includes some additional training training and off the job hours. Term Time only.



Salary



Apprentice under 19 or 19+ in first year 7.55 Actual salary 5,952.42



Start Date



1st January 2026



Job Type



Part Time



Orange Moon Training & Futura Learning Partnership are Committed to Safeguarding:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. For this post, prior to appointment Futura Learning Partnership will apply for a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, a Children's Barred list check, two satisfactory references, one of which must be from your existing/most recent employer and completed by a Headteacher/appropriate senior manager/HR Lead, satisfactory pre-employment health screening, online searches and for Teachers, a Prohibition Check in relation to the children's workforce. In some settings a Declaration will be required in order to meet our obligations under the 'Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006.

Equal Opportunities:

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is treated fairly. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to supporting our staff to achieve their full potential.



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