Teaching Assistant apprenticeship

We are the UK’s leading provider of sport, physical activity and childcare to primary age children and have expert understanding of primary school needs. We operate as an extension of school staff resources, providing invaluable support, and are an approved, trusted resource for the PE and sport premium. We offer career pathways for Activity Professionals, Playworkers, PE teachers, Teaching Assistants and Specialist Teaching Assistants.

Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 3.00pm. 30 hours a week1 year 6 monthsCommunication skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience, A genuine interest in working with children and young people, particularly those with additional needs, Basic ICT skills and confidence using digital systems, Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality, Ability to communicate clearly with pupils, staff and parents, Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow guidance from teaching staff, Commitment to ongoing training and professional development

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade A*-C/4-9)
• Maths (grade A*-C/4-9)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience

Other requirements

Due to Ofsted regulations, Candidates must be aged 18+. The successful applicant must be willing to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service, DBS, check.

• A genuine interest in working with children and young people, particularly those with additional needs
• Basic ICT skills and confidence using digital systems
• Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality
• Ability to communicate clearly with pupils, staff and parents
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow guidance from teaching staff
• Commitment to ongoing training and professional development

English (grade A*-C/4-9), Maths (grade A*-C/4-9), Communication skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience, A genuine interest in working with children and young people, particularly those with additional needs, Basic ICT skills and confidence using digital systems, Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality, Ability to communicate clearly with pupils, staff and parents, Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow guidance from teaching staff, Commitment to ongoing training and professional development

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

After successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress into roles such as Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEN Support Assistant, Classroom Assistant or Pastoral Support Assistant.

The apprentice may also progress into further training in education, childcare, special educational needs support or teaching.