Apprentice Teaching Assistant

King's Leadership Academy Bolton; Bolton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution is seeking a committed Apprentice Teaching Assistant to engage in a positive learning environment. You'll support students during lessons, assist teachers with activities, and help those with additional needs. The position offers training both on-site and online, ensuring robust support for your development. If you're enthusiastic about shaping young minds in a vibrant academy, this opportunity could be your first step into a rewarding education career.

Qualifications

• GCSE in English and Maths (grade C/4 or above) required.
• Relevant qualifications and industry experience are a plus.
• Flexible apprenticeship adjustment based on existing knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Help teachers organise activities and create a positive learning environment.
• Support individual pupils during lessons.
• Assist learners with additional needs.
• Promote positive behaviour and maintain a safe atmosphere.
• Adapt teaching strategies to support all learners.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Administrative skills

Number skills

Team working

Initiative

Non judgemental

Patience

Physical fitness

Calm under pressure

Positive attitude

Education

GCSE in English and Maths (grade C/4 or above)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Help teachers organise activities and create a positive learning environment.
• Support individual pupils or small groups during lessons.
• Set up learning materials and resources.
• Supervise pupils during lessons, transitions, and lunchtimes with guidance.
• Support students' academic, social, and emotional development.
• Assist learners with additional needs (e.g., SEND or disabilities).
• Use teacher-directed strategies to aid progress and engagement.
• Help with basic literacy and numeracy tasks.
• Contribute observations and informal feedback to support assessment.
• Promote positive behaviour and maintain a safe, respectful atmosphere.
• Assist with behaviour plans or individual support plans.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and apprenticeship learning.
• Carry out reasonable tasks requested by teachers or school leaders.
• Work as part of a team with teachers, support staff, and external professionals.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with pupils, staff, and parents/carers.
• Follow school policies on safeguarding, child protection, health, and safety.
• Report wellbeing or safety concerns promptly.
• Adhere to statutory guidance such as Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
• Engage actively in training and coaching throughout the apprenticeship.
• Reflect on practice and take part in reviews.
• Contribute to the Trust's People-Centred Leadership approach.
• Apply strategies to support and encourage the development of independent learners.
• Adapt communication strategies for the audience and context.
• Apply behaviour management strategies in line with organisational policy.
• Adapt resources to support all learners.
• Communicate with teachers to ensure clarity of the TA's role.
• Apply teaching strategies to deliver learning activities or interventions.
• Build relationships with learners, teachers, other professionals and stakeholders.
• Comply with legislation, guidance, and procedures for Prevent, safeguarding and health & safety.
• Support the well-being and mental health of learners.
• Observe, record, and report on learners in line with organisational procedures.
• Apply methods of formative assessment.
• Use up to date technology safely, to support learning.
• Encourage safe use of technology by learners.
• Adapt teaching strategies to support all learners (for example, scaffolding, open questioning).
• Identify and respond to pastoral and academic behaviours in learners.
• Provide feedback to learners.

Qualifications and Skills

GCSE in: English and Maths (grade C/4 or Above) Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness
• Calm under pressure
• Positive attitude

Training Schedule

Training for the apprentice will take place both on-site at King's Leadership Academy Bolton and online through the BeReady training platform. The off-the-job learning will be delivered remotely via scheduled tutorials, group sessions, independent study tasks, and meetings with the dedicated Skills Coach. Formal training will typically occur once per week, with additional independent study completed around the apprentice's working hours. Reviews with the Skills Coach will take place every 8-12 weeks, either online or in school, to monitor progress and support development.

Welcome Message

Are you looking to take your first step into a rewarding career in education? Do you want to work in a supportive, ambitious, and forward-thinking school where you can truly make a difference?

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic Apprentice Teaching Assistant to join our growing team at King's Leadership Academy Bolton.

King's Bolton is a vibrant and inclusive academy with a strong sense of community and a shared commitment to excellence. We are proud of our modern and innovative approach to education, and we strive to support every young person to become a successful citizen in tomorrow's world. Having recently moved into our brand-new, state-of-the-art building, we offer an inspiring and dynamic environment for both staff and students. With smaller than average class sizes and a curriculum designed around strong academic and character foundations, we are perfectly placed to support the development of new professionals entering education. https://www.kingsbolton.com/

Salary

Year 2 Salary will be subject to a pay increase in year 2 of employment to £23,492 FTE, pro-rata for term time only is £19,878.