Introduction

A vacancy has arisen for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join our team at Churnet View Middle School, with effect from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly and highly supportive team.

About the Employer

The Talentum Learning Trust was formed in April 2016. Three schools, previously in a Hard Federation, converted to academy status within the Multi-Academy Trust.

The schools, Churnet View Middle School, Leek High School and Westwood College had a history of collaboration and working together which was formalised through the hard federation in 2012. A natural development was to convert to a MAT and further extend the formality of the relationship.

What You'll Do

We have a strong commitment to raising levels of attainment through a creative approach to the curriculum. We can offer a dedicated, friendly and hardworking team of staff and governors.

As a school we place an emphasis on an enriched curriculum through extra-curricular clubs, first-hand experience and exciting events each term. Applicants will be required to enrol on an appropriate Level 3 Apprenticeship course.

On the job training and time allocated for course work will be provided along with online learning and support from tutors. There are good prospects for the right candidate as the school has a good track record of employing apprentices who successfully complete their course and make a contribution to the school.

Working as an Apprentice Teaching Assistant you will provide support to teachers in preparing for lessons and helping create a safe and enjoyable learning environment for all pupils. During Lessons, you will work together with the class teacher to support pupils with classroom activities and help to manage behaviour.

Excellent communication and enthusiasm will be key in supporting all pupils to progress, achieve and overcome any barriers to learning. You will support in all areas of the curriculum including literacy, numeracy and ICT within the classroom.

You will also accompany teaching staff and pupils on trips and other out of school activities.

You will also act as a role model for pupils and be appositive influence on their behaviour and performance at school.

So, it’s important that you demonstrate maturity and excellence in all you do. It will also be important to promote the ethos of the school at every opportunity.

Training Outcome

Potenial progression on to full time permanent role upon completion.

Skills Required

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

Course Information

Course: Teaching assistant (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday usually 8.30am - 4.30pm. Term time only plus 6 Inset days.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: UNIVERSITY OF DERBY

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