Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Introduction

At St Giles C of E Primary Academy we’re seeking friendly, reliable individuals to join our nurturing family. You’ll play a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming environment where pupils thrive. If you’re committed to excellence, teamwork, and making a real difference in young lives, we want to hear from you.

About the Employer

At St Giles we have children who are enthusiastic, polite and caring; parents who are supportive both to the school and towards their child’s learning and a very dedicated, professional body of staff. We strive to ensure the children enjoy their learning and make good progress through taking part in exciting and motivating lessons and experiences.

Throughout the year Our Christian Values are embedded in all we do and we are very proud to be a part of the community we serve. We have close links with St Giles Church and All Saints Church and are enriched with regular visits to school by the diocese and whole school worship held at both churches throughout the year.

As a school, we have a strong focus on learning and in helping children become effective life-long learners. We also focus on children’s emotional, social, physical and spiritual development.

We strive for excellence in all areas.

What You'll Do

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Working one-to-one and in small groups with pupils, particularly those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Assisting with the preparation and organisation of learning materials and resources
• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting our school’s Christian values
• Supporting children at playtimes and lunchtimes, encouraging active and inclusive play
• Contributing to record-keeping and tracking progress, under supervision
• Ensuring all pupils have equal access to learning and feel safe and supported

Training Outcome

• This position is temporary in the first instance. Achievement of the teaching assistant apprenticeship may offer opportunities to take up a range of positions in education inclusding one to one roles supporting children with additional needs
• You may progress to the Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship following a SEND pathway

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Number skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE - English - 4
• Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Teaching assistant (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday (Term time plus one week). Hours to be confirmed.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: AIRE VOCATIONAL TRAINING LIMITED