Introduction

In this role, you will support teaching and learning in the classroom while completing a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship. Develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to support pupils effectively and contribute to raising achievement within a supportive school environment.

About the Employer

Our Lady & St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School is a small, welcoming and nurturing school at the heart of the Leadgate community, where every child is known, valued and supported to achieve their full potential.

The school is part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust and promotes a strong sense of community, working closely with families, the parish and wider partners.

Grounded in its mission, “We learn, we love, we grow in Jesus’ name,” the school provides a supportive environment focused on inclusion, wellbeing, positive relationships and high expectations for all pupils.

What You'll Do

1. Training and Development

Undertake and successfully complete the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship within agreed timescales.
Attend all training sessions, workshops, and college/provider requirements (on-site and off-site) in line with apprenticeship requirements.
Engage in regular reviews with the training provider and mentor.
Actively seek feedback and demonstrate continuous professional development.
Apply learning from training directly into classroom practice.

2. Support for Pupils

Provide learning support to individuals and small groups under the direction of the teacher.
Help pupils access the curriculum and participate fully in learning activities.
Support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development.
Promote inclusion and ensure all pupils are supported appropriately.
Encourage independence and resilience in learning.
Support the supervision of pupils during activities, breaktimes or transitions where required.

3. Support for Teaching and Learning

Assist the teacher in the preparation and delivery of learning activities.
Support teachers in managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
Help prepare, adapt, and maintain teaching resources.
Listen to pupils read and support literacy and numeracy development.
Contribute to observations of pupil progress under supervision and provide feedback to teachers.
Contribute to creating a positive classroom environment.

Training Outcome

Successful completion of the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship may lead to progression into a permanent Teaching Assistant role within a school, subject to vacancies.

Further development opportunities may include:

Progression to higher-level roles such as Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Specialist roles supporting SEND or specific curriculum areas
Further study, including Level 4/5 education qualifications or teacher training pathways

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Patience

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - 4
Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Teaching assistant (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 37 Hours per Week, Term Time Only + 5 Days (39 Weeks Per Year). Exact times to be confirmed.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: ACCESS TRAINING LIMITED

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