The teaching assistant retention charter was unveiled at the Teach Portsmouth Support and Teaching Assistant Jobs Fair on Thursday 1 May 2025 at the Portsmouth Central Library.

The charter is part of a series of actions to help address teaching assistant retention in the city.

This has been created in collaboration with schools and academies across Portsmouth. This blog takes you through the key aspects of the charter and why it has been developed to support education settings in the city. 

Welcome to our monthly jobs round up which showcases teaching and support opportunities for passionate individuals looking to make a difference to the lives of children and young people. Whether you're an experienced educator or just starting your journey, you'll find a range of roles that cater to different skills and interests.

The following list only covers job vacancies posted on the Portsmouth City Council careers portal. We recommend checking out other sources like school websites for more opportunities. If you need details about specific vacancies, it's best to reach out to the schools directly.

The following information is correct at the time of publication on Wednesday 7 May 2025

A charter designed to help schools and academies retain teaching assistants was officially unveiled at Teach Portsmouth's latest jobs fair on Thursday 1 May 2025 at Central Library.  

The city's education superstars, who were nominated by the community, gathered at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard at an event hosted by the Lord Mayor of Portsmouth, Councillor Jason Fazackarley to celebrate their achievements.

An event to find Portsmouth's top teaching assistants for schools and academies will launch a charter designed to retain them. The Teach Portsmouth Support and Teaching Assistant Jobs Fair on Thursday 1 May from 10am - 2pm at Central Library will showcase training and employment opportunities in education. 

Are you on the lookout for a new opportunity to work with children and young people in Portsmouth? Whether you're an experienced educator or just starting your teaching career, our latest roundup of job vacancies in the city has something for everyone. Read on to discover teaching, learning support, leadership, early years, and administrative vacancies.

A group of education professionals in Portsmouth have come together to shortlist the city's superstar educators in 11 award categories for the Teach Portsmouth Awards on Friday 21 March 2025. 

The Teach Portsmouth Awards return on Thursday 12 June 2025 at Portsmouth Guildhall to celebrate the achievements of school and college staff. 

Portsmouth's largest education recruitment event kicked off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The Teach Portsmouth Jobs and Opportunities Fair, held on Wednesday 26 February 2025 at Guildhall, attracted 300 attendees eager to explore employment and training opportunities in the education sector.

Portsmouth's beloved awards ceremony for the education sector is back at the Guildhall on Thursday 12 June 2025. 

This year, the Teach Portsmouth Awards has hit some important milestones, including breaking a new record, finalising nominations, and planning a brand new celebration event.  

Are you on the lookout for a new opportunity to work with children and young people in Portsmouth? Whether you're an experienced educator or just starting your teaching career, our latest roundup of job vacancies in the city has something for everyone. Read on to discover teaching, learning support, leadership, early years, and administrative vacancies.

Madison's journey into education was always a long-held dream. It wasn't until a Teach Portsmouth jobs fair where it became a reality. By attending a recruitment event, she was able to connect with schools, colleges and training providers who could support her into employment.

The Teach Portsmouth Jobs and Opportunities Fair is the perfect place to explore new career possibilities, whether you're looking to switch professions or take your first steps into education.

If you're a student aspiring to become a teaching assistant or teacher, or an international professional seeking guidance on securing a role in a Portsmouth school or college, this event is designed to support you.

Taking place on Wednesday, 26 February 2025, the fair offers a wealth of opportunities tailored to diverse career paths and backgrounds. 

Nicola Sanders has built an impressive career in education over the past 30 years. Working as a religious studies teacher, Nicola wanted to find what other opportunities there were in education.

After attending a Teach Portsmouth recruitment event last year, she connected with an exhibitor and secured her first support role at a local school before finding a permanent position as an alternative provisions manager at Priory School.

Welcome to February's jobs of the month round up. As the new year nears, read on to explore the latest teaching, learning support and administrative vacancies in Portsmouth's schools.

The Teach Portsmouth Jobs and Opportunities Fair returns to Portsmouth Guildhall on Wednesday 26 February 2025, from 10am to 2pm.

You'll have the chance to meet exhibitors, watch presentations on trending topics, explore the latest vacancies on the jobs board, and sign up to taster sessions.

To help you make the most of your day at the event, we've put together a guide to equip you with what you need to know.

Starting a career in education is an exciting and rewarding journey, but it all begins with the right support and guidance. The Teach Portsmouth Jobs and Opportunities Fair on Wednesday 26 February 2025 at Portsmouth Guildhall is the ideal place to explore your options and take that crucial first step.

The event offers valuable insights into training opportunities and career pathways, helping attendees connect with local schools, colleges, and professional development providers. 

The city's largest education recruitment fair returns to Portsmouth Guildhall on Wednesday 26 February from 10am - 2pm.

The Teach Portsmouth Jobs and Opportunities Fair invites up to 24 exhibitors to promote vacancies, training and apprenticeships, supporting people who want to work in education.

Welcome to January's jobs of the month round up. As the new year nears, read on to explore the latest teaching, learning support and administrative vacancies in Portsmouth's schools. 

As we near the end of another busy and exciting year, we asked Councillor Suzy Horton, Cabinet Member for Children, Families and Education at Portsmouth City Council to reflect on the last 12 months.

Suzy shares her highlights from the year, how schools are overcoming challenges, and a special message of thanks for those working in the city's schools and colleges.

When Michelle Chadwick found out she had been nominated for the people's choice award in 2023 by a parent, she described the moment as "overwhelming and surprising."

Working within a school, Michelle's dedication and passion for supporting children shone brightly, starting off as a teaching assistant and progressing to become a teacher.

Michelle shares her success story in the hopes of inspiring people to nominate their school superstars in the Teach Portsmouth Awards 2025.