Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Best Practice Network; Berwick-upon-Tweed; On-site; GBP 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational establishment seeks an Apprentice Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support students' educational journey. This full-time apprenticeship offers a vibrant learning environment with comprehensive training, focusing on delivering high-quality support and fostering positive student experiences. Ideal candidates should possess essential qualifications in English and Math, showcasing their adaptability and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Training in all aspects of the role

Supportive leadership team

Enthusiastic children motivated to learn

Qualifications

• Committed, adaptable and caring professional.
• Passionate about delivering high-quality support.
• Willing to be fully involved in the life of the school.

Responsibilities

• Support students to accomplish their daily goals.
• Work with teachers to support assessments.
• Ensure students' health, safety, and welfare.

Skills

Adaptability

Creativity

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

Qualification passes in English and Math or equivalent

Job description

Apprentice Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Location

Osborne Rd, Tweedmouth, Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 2HS

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£14,527

Closing Date

12:00pm, 20th of June 2025

Start Date

01/09/2025

Positions Available

1

About this Role

We are looking for someone who:

Is a committed, adaptable and caring professional, passionate about delivering high quality support and providing an inspirational approach to learning

· Can lead by example and be a positive role model to our children

· Can demonstrate the creativity, resilience and interpersonal skills to complement our highly effective team

· Is an effective team player and willing to be fully involved in the life of the school

· Has qualification passes in English and Math or equivalent

In return, we can offer:

· Enthusiastic children who are motivated to learn

· Training in all aspects of the role

· Dedicated staff committed to achieving high standards

· A supportive, warm and welcoming ethos

· A vibrant learning environment

· An experienced and supportive leadership team

· Governors who are committed to the well-being of all staff

If shortlisted for an interview you will be required to disclose to us information about any:

• adult cautions (simple or conditional);

• conditional cautions;

• convictions in a Court of Law; and

This information can be disclosed either verbally at interview or by completing a relevant conviction form after interview if that is your preference. It is an offence for anyone to apply for a role if they are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK

We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to live and work in the UK. If you are successful, we will ask you to provide appropriate documents, such as a passport, visa of full birth certificate and national insurance number to confirm this. (Further details are available from the UK Boarder Agency website).

Summary

TAs work with and care for children of all ages. They play an integral part in pupils well-being; ensuring pupils thrive in a positive environment. TAs will be offered a personalised pathway to develop in up to two specialist areas: Special Educational Needs and Disability, Early Years, Behaviour, English as an Additional Language and Assessment.

What will the apprentice do at work?

• Supporting students to accomplish their daily goals in a variety of subjects
• Work with teachers to understand and support assessment
• Develop effective and informed practice
• Safeguard and promote the health, safety and welfare of children
• Develop strategies for support

• On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will be awarded the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship qualification.
• Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date.

Future prospects

It is up to you what you do when you have finished your apprenticeship. There may be an opportunity to stay on at the same company and progress to the next level of apprenticeship or you may want to look for a new job or professional development opportunity.

Other things to consider

The offer of appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, which includes, but is not limited to, evidence of eligibility to work in the UK, at least 2 references, a satisfactory medical report, a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, any other checks required by statutory guidance applicable to the position.