Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Best Practice Network; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is looking for an Apprentice Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support students and assist in creating a positive learning environment. The role involves working closely with teachers and ensuring the well-being of children. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and commitment to quality teaching. Successful apprentices will receive training and be evaluated for further opportunities within the organization.

Benefits

Training in all aspects of the role

Supportive leadership team

Enthusiastic children motivated to learn

Warm and welcoming ethos

Qualifications

• Committed, adaptable, and caring professional.
• Passionate about delivering high-quality support.
• Demonstrates resilience and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Support students to accomplish their daily goals.
• Work with teachers to understand assessments.
• Develop effective practice and promote health and welfare.

Skills

Team Player

Interpersonal Skills

Creativity

Education

Qualification passes in English and Math or equivalent

Job description

Apprentice Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Location

East Dene Primary Doncaster Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S65 2DF

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£14,527- £23,493Annually (FTE) Term Time Only Contract (44.16 paid weeks) - 32.5 hours per week

Closing Date

12:00pm, 20th of June 2025

Start Date

01/09/2025

Positions Available

2

Interview Date(s)

Week beginning 23rd June 2025

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

COMPLIANCE AND SAFEGUARDING

To apply, completed application forms should be submitted via the My New Term platform and Best Practice.

Please note that by submitting an application, you acknowledge that we reserve the right to view any publicly available information published online (including social media platforms) as part of our shortlisting process, in line with current KCSIE guidelines.

CLPT is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an enhanced disclosure, including a Barred List check, from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

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.

CHILDCARE (DISQUALIFCATION) (Applicable to Primary aged Schools)

In accordance with the Childcare Act 2006 and the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulation 2009 the Governors are required to obtain an additional staff disqualification declaration for employees within settings providing care for early years childcare (this covers the age range from birth until 1st September following a child’s fifth birthday i.e. up to and including reception age) or later years childcare (this covers children above reception age but who have not attained the age of 8) in nursery, primary or secondary school educational settings, or if when directly concerned with the management of such childcare related establishments. This declaration is to confirm that you are not disqualified ‘by association’ to anyone currently residing within your household who is disqualified under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulation 2009

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).

CLPT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. CLPT expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post involves working with children and therefore will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

If you are shortlisted for an interview, we shall request two references at this stage to comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The academy values diversity and inclusion welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. Equality is promoted and the academy will guarantee an interview to disabled candidates if the essential job criteria is met fully.

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.