Level 3 TA Apprentice — Special School Impact

Durham County Council; Spennymoor; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Villa Real School in Consett, Co Durham, is seeking a dynamic Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join a specialist team supporting pupils aged 2–19 with SLD, PMLD and autism. The fixed term contract lasts 18 months or until the apprenticeship is completed.

The school offers a bespoke curriculum and a safeguarding-focused working environment. The role involves training on the job, working within a multi-professional team, assisting with educational programmes, and helping with feeding,

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship aligned TA role with safeguarding responsibilities.
• Support pupils with SLD, PMLD and autism within a bespoke curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Work in a multi-professional team to meet pupil needs.
• Support individuals or groups on educational programmes as directed by teachers.
• Contribute to assessments and reviews of pupil progress.
• Assist with feeding, communication targets, moving and handling, and behaviour plans.
• Supervise pupils during breaks and participate in professional development.

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Job description

Villa Real School in Consett, Co Durham, is seeking a dynamic Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join a specialist team supporting pupils aged 2–19 with SLD, PMLD and autism. The fixed term contract lasts 18 months or until the apprenticeship is completed.

The school offers a bespoke curriculum and a safeguarding-focused working environment. The role involves training on the job, working within a multi-professional team, assisting with educational programmes, and helping with feeding,