Apprentice Teaching Assistants Level 3 - TV00725

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Walsall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking Level 3 apprentices to train as teaching assistants. This role involves working with children who have severe learning needs, ensuring they receive the support they require to thrive. The apprenticeship spans 24 months, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive and creative learning environment. Candidates will benefit from a structured training program while working alongside a dedicated team of professionals. This is a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about education and making a positive impact in the lives of young learners. If you are motivated, organized, and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Mathematics preferred but not essential; Level 2 Functional Skills required if not met.
• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support children with severe learning needs in a creative and inclusive environment.
• Engage in training and development while working as part of a dedicated team.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

ICT Skills

Positive Role Model

Education

GCSE English and Mathematics Grade A-C/4 to 9 or equivalent

Level 2 Functional Skills

Job description

Oakwood School

Apprentice Teaching Assistants Level 3

Required for September 2025

Apprenticeship period - 24 months

32.5 hours a week, term time only

Oakwood School is a school for children with severe learning needs (SLD) and profound and multiple learning needs (PMLD).

We are currently seeking Level 3 apprentices to train as teaching assistants in our school. This post will be Monday to Friday, term time only plus 5 training days, from 8.30 am-3.30 pm each day (1/2 hour lunch). The apprenticeship period will be 24 months. 20% off job training will be required which will be included within your working hours.

Governors want to appoint committed, highly motivated, well-organised and enthusiastic practitioners, who will embrace our inclusive and creative philosophy and help us further develop an environment where ‘Every child is given the opportunity to sky rocket!’

The successful candidates will join a dedicated and hardworking team of teachers and TAs in an innovative, creative and supportive school with the most inspirational children.

Salary: The current National Minimum Wage for an apprentice from April 2025 is £7.55 an hour. Apprentices will be paid at least the minimum wage rate for their age if they are aged 19 or over AFTER completing their first year. Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that is part of their apprenticeship.

Qualifications required: GCSE English and Mathematics Grade A-C/4 to 9 or equivalent is preferred but not essential; if you do not have the relevant grades, you will be required to undertake Level 2 Functional Skills.

Desired skills and personal qualities:

• Be fully supportive of the inclusive ethos of the school
• Be willing to learn
• Be a positive role model in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance
• Have the ability to organise and prioritise your own workload whilst working alone or as part of a team
• Give attention to detail
• Have the capacity, drive, passion and energy to succeed
• Hold yourself to high personal standards
• Have excellent communication skills
• Be committed to helping and supporting children from all backgrounds
• Follow safeguarding and child protection procedures including the ability to handle confidential information
• Have an excellent health and attendance record
• Have an adaptable and professional approach to the responsibilities of the post
• Have an understanding of and commitment to the equal opportunities policy
• Have sound ICT skills

Oakwood School is highly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure check along with relevant employment checks.

These will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Shortlisted candidates will also be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.

A copy of our Safeguarding Policy is available to view on our school website.

We ask potential candidates to download an application form from our school website – vacancy page.

Please return completed application forms to: [e-mail]

Closing Date: 12th May 2025

Interview process: W/C 19th May 2025