Level 3 Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Dorrington Academy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorrington Academy in Birmingham is advertising an enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice. The role supports classrooms and contributes to student learning and wellbeing, working closely with teachers to deliver engaging activities.

Ideal candidates are compassionate, eager to start a career in education, and committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice. The apprenticeship provides hands-on training, assessment support, and career development within a diverse school community.

Qualifications

• Compassionate individuals eager to start a career as a teaching assistant.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and inclusive education is advantageous.
• Ability to support diverse learning activities and engage students.

Responsibilities

• Support learning activities and student development in the classroom.
• Assist teachers by providing effective support to lesson delivery and assessment.

Skills

Compassionate

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Lesson planning support

Time management

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Job description

At Dorrington Academy we aspire to be a diverse and inclusive community school where every child is empowered to reach their full potential. We aim for our children to leave equipped with the academic knowledge, skills and personal attributes needed to become successful citizens in modern Britain.

Guided by our core values of contribution, compassion, respect, positivity and perseverance, we embrace a creative, personalised curriculum that nurtures the spiritual, moral and social wellbeing of our diverse community.

We relentlessly strive for our children to be happy and feel safe in school, extending their learning through a broad and balanced, experience-rich curriculum that creates challenges and fosters growth. Our curriculum is carefully planned and sequenced so that our children are taught the right things at the right time - building on what has come before.

The Trustees of this successful three-form entry school wish to appoint an enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice. Teaching assistants play a vital role in supporting the learning and development of students in educational settings. The Teaching Assistant apprenticeship is designed to equip aspiring teaching assistants with the essential skills needed to provide effective support to teachers and enhance student learning experiences.

Ideal Candidates

This program is ideal for compassionate individuals who are passionate about education, eager to start a career as a teaching assistant, and committed to making a positive impact on student achievement and well-being.

This Qualification Covers:

• Supporting Learning Activities
• Classroom Management Techniques
• Assisting with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Promoting Student Engagement and Motivation
• Record Keeping and Assessment Support

Core Skills Developed:

• Proficiency in supporting diverse learning styles and needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to assist in planning and delivering lessons
• Effective organisational and time management abilities
• Knowledge of educational policies and safeguarding practices