Educational Support Apprentice

TARGET NEL CIC offers a unique child-centred approach to education for learners who don't thrive in a traditional setting. As our new Teaching Assistant, you'll promote discipline and positive behaviour while supporting small groups of Key Stage 2, 3 and 4 students through project-based learning and general classroom support.

What you'll do

At TARGET NEL CIC, our EOTAS (Education Other Than At School) model provides a unique, child-centred approach for learners with special educational needs who may not currently thrive in a traditional school setting, or who need additional time and support to re-engage with learning. Through project-based education, we embed literacy and numeracy while providing practical, creative and hands-on experiences that build confidence, independence and real-world skills.

The role involves working across different local sites and requires someone who is reliable, responsible and confident working independently. A driving licence and access to your own transport would be advantageous. Locations of work include:

• Woodlands Corner, Welholme Road, Grimsby, DN32 0LL
• Haverstoe Park, 18 Hardys Road, Cleethorpes, DN35 0DH
• Heneage Road, Grimsby, DN32 9JF
• Careers Café, Freshney Place, Grimsby, DN31 1ED

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with project-based educational support, adapting activities to meet individual learners' needs
• Provide general classroom support, including setting up equipment, resources and displays
• Undertake general classroom administration and organisational tasks
• Support safeguarding procedures and maintain high standards of Health and Safety
• Promote discipline, positive behaviour and respectful relationships
• Supervise students safely both inside and outside the classroom
• Support the teaching and development of numeracy and literacy skills
• Assist with creative activities, including filmmaking, pottery and crafts
• Support practical learning in construction, horticulture and wildlife
• Assist with hospitality and cookery skills and activities
• Complete required training, including trauma-informed practice, safeguarding, County Lines, Health and Safety and other essential topics
• All other associated duties as required

Training

Teaching Assistant Level 3.

All delivery for this apprenticeship will take place within your place of work. A dedicated Vocational Trainer will visit on average once every 3-4 weeks, to establish a personal learning and development plan, outlining a schedule of training activities and business objectives.

You will complete a mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops, face to face training and working towards creating a portfolio of relevant practical evidence. You'll also be supported by your colleagues at all times, and will have a full induction.

You will have a review every 8-12 weeks with your Line Manager and Trainer to discuss your progress.

Applicants will have the opportunity to complete a Train to Employ scheme, which includes essential training and volunteering opportunities. Development will include:

• DBS Check
• Online continuous professional development
• Front-line skills
• Trauma informed practice
• First Aid
• Safeguarding
• GDPR
• County lines
• Health and Safety at Work
• 3-hours of volunteering each week

After the apprenticeship

This apprenticeship programme provides a fantastic opportunity for apprentices to build a strong foundation of on and off-the-job learning. With strong growth ambitions, we offer an environment where your skills are valued, and your career can thrive. You'll be working in a culture that encourages development, promotes wellbeing, and values teamwork.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Reliable
• Willing to learn
• Friendly and approachable
• Driving license (desirable)

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English (grade GCSE grade 4/C or equivalent)
• Essential: GCSE, Maths (grade GCSE grade 4/C or equivalent)

Things to consider

This position is term-time only and employment is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

The role involves working across different local sites and requires someone who is reliable, responsible and confident working independently. A driving licence and access to your own transport would be advantageous. Locations of work include:

• Woodlands Corner, Welholme Road, Grimsby, DN32 0LL
• Haverstoe Park, 18 Hardys Road, Cleethorpes, DN35 0DH
• Heneage Road, Grimsby, DN32 9JF
• Careers Café, Freshney Place, Grimsby, DN31 1ED

Applicants will have the opportunity to complete a Train to Employ scheme, which includes essential training and volunteering opportunities. Development will include:

• DBS Check
• Online continuous professional development
• Front-line skills
• Trauma informed practice
• First Aid
• Safeguarding
• GDPR
• County Lines
• Health and Safety at Work
• 3 Hours of volunteering each week

About the employer

This apprenticeship programme provides a fantastic opportunity for apprentices to build a strong foundation of on and off-the-job learning. With strong growth ambitions, we offer an environment where your skills are valued, and your career can thrive. You'll be working in a culture that encourages development, promotes wellbeing, and values teamwork.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Teaching assistant (level 3), Education and early years
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: TEC PARTNERSHIP
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 30 hours a week. Working week: 30-hours per week, working Monday to Friday (term-time only). Working hours TBC.
• Start date: 2 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £12,480 a year
• Other locations: Cleethorpes, DN35 0DH; Grimsby, DN32 9JF; Grimsby, DN31 1ED