Apprentice Teaching Assistant - Level 3

Introduction

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about working with children and wishes to begin a rewarding career in education. The successful candidate will work towards a nationally recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification whilst gaining valuable hands-on experience in a thriving primary school environment.

About the Employer

St. Lawrence is a warm, caring and inclusive school with a strong Christian ethos at the heart of everything we do. Parents are incredibly supportive, our children are keen to learn and our staff work closely together to ensure every child flourishes academically, socially and spiritually.

What You'll Do

As a Teaching Assistant Apprentice, no two days are the same. You will work closely with teachers and pupils across the school, helping to create a positive and engaging learning environment.

Typical duties may include:

• Supporting pupils in class with their learning activities
• Working with small groups or individual children under the guidance of the class teacher
• Helping to prepare and organise classroom resources and displays
• Assisting with reading, phonics, maths and other curriculum activities
• Supporting children during playtimes, lunchtimes and educational visits where appropriate
• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting the school's values
• Helping pupils to develop confidence, independence and social skills
• Assisting with the assessment and recording of pupil progress
• Supporting children with additional needs where required

This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain firsthand experience of working within a busy and successful primary school while making a real difference to children's education.

Training Outcome

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice will have gained a nationally recognised qualification and substantial practical experience working in a school setting.

They will be well placed to:

• Apply for Teaching Assistant positions within schools
• Progress onto further specialist training or higher-level apprenticeships
• Develop a career supporting children and young people in education
• Gain the confidence, knowledge and skills needed to work effectively as part of a school staff team
• For the right candidate, the apprenticeship could provide a strong foundation for a long-term career in education and may lead to future employment opportunities within the sector

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - Math's & English - Grade 4 or above

Course Information

Course: Teaching assistant (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 32.5 hours per week (term-time only), exact shifts TBC.

Expected Duration: 2 Years

Training Provider: EAST LANCASHIRE LEARNING GROUP