Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at Northway Primary School

Introduction

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs? This exciting apprenticeship gives you the chance to work alongside experienced educators in a supportive and dynamic school environment.

About the Employer

Inspire ATA is an official Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, licenced by the Department for Education. Currently ranked 1st in the Rate My Apprenticeship Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK Award 2024-2025. Inspire ATA specialises in creating apprenticeship opportunities, where we recruit and employ the apprentice on behalf of our host clients, enabling us to offer additional support and a better experience for both the apprentice and the client as the experts in the industry. We arrange the most suitable and appropriate apprenticeship training from one of our partnered training providers. If you are successful in securing an apprenticeship with Inspire ATA, it is important to understand that Inspire ATA will be your employer and the apprenticeship placement will be a separate organisation that simply hosts you as an apprentice. As a Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, Inspire ATA performs an important role in developing the UK labour market and it is our responsibility to ensure that talent is recognised, developed, and matched with business needs, whatever the background of the individual, irrespective of gender, race, disability, age, religion or belief, relationship orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity and gender reassignment. We are proud of the diverse nature of our business and work with clients to ensure that all candidates are treated with courtesy and respect.

What You'll Do

As a SEN Teaching Assistant Apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience while developing your skills, supporting pupils in their learning, and contributing to a positive, inclusive classroom atmosphere.

• Assist teachers with lesson preparation, resource set-up, and classroom activities to create a productive learning environment
• Provide tailored guidance to pupils, helping them understand subjects, build confidence, and overcome challenges
• Support behaviour management strategies, ensuring a safe, respectful, and engaging space for learning
• Help organise and prepare teaching materials, from textbooks to visual aids and digital resources
• Assist with marking, recording progress, and tracking student performance
• Work closely with staff to adapt activities and ensure all pupils, including those with additional needs, feel included and supported
• Encourage the use of technology in lessons, guiding students with educational tools and software
• Support teachers in maintaining positive relationships with parents, sharing progress and addressing concerns
• Take part in training and workshops to develop your teaching skills and knowledge
• Always uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and student welfare

Training Outcome

Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Passionate about children
• Calm
• Reliable
• Committed

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE - English - Grade C/4 or equivalent
• Desired - GCSE - Maths - Grade C/4 or equivalent

Course Information

Course: Teaching assistant (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday 8.35am - 3.50pm with a 30 minute lunch break.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: LET ME PLAY LIMITED