Apprentice Teaching Assistant

A brilliant opportunity to work for a forward thinking school as a Teaching Assistant Apprentice. The core purpose of the job is to assist and support classroom teachers with the education of children in our school.

What you'll do

• Provide support to teachers in preparing for lessons
• Help to create a safe and enjoyable learning environment for all students
• You will work closely with the class teacher to support students with classroom activities during lesson
• Support the teacher in the development and implementation of individual learning plans and learning activities
• Preparing and supporting daily routines
• Work as part of a team
• Interact with children in your care

Training

• Teaching Assistant Level 3 Standard, 18-months practical with an additional 2-months End Point Assessment period
• Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
• Blended on/off the job training and location to be confirmed

After the apprenticeship

Development and other job opportunities within the school.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Friendly and approachable
• Reliable
• Enthusiastic

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English and Maths (grade GCSE Grades 9 - 4 or A* - C)

Things to consider

We can offer:

• A warm, stimulating and supportive environment
• Students who really enjoy the experience offered at the school
• Continuing Professional Development
• A highly professional team who would welcome you on board

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from schools or by visiting Disclosure and Barring Service - GOV.UK.

About the employer

Here at Two Rivers Primary School, we are proud to offer a specialist teaching provision, that will enable all our pupils to lead fulfilling lives and be as independent as possible – through developing their strengths and working on creating a ‘can do' attitude to life and learning.

We cater for a wide range of needs within the school and plan and develop curriculum opportunities that are pertinent to the needs of the pupils, enabling them to develop friendships with like-minded peers, with a focus on developing the skills to become caring, creative citizens through developing their self-knowledge, self-esteem and self-confidence; to be able to distinguish right from wrong; to accept responsibility for their behavior, show initiative, and to understand how they can contribute positively and to develop the skills to show respect for other people.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Teaching assistant (level 3), Education and early years
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE COLLEGE
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 30 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday. Working days and times to be discussed at the interview.
• Start date: 4 January 2027
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £12,480 a year