Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice - Bede Academy, Blyth

North East Regional Employers Organisation; Blyth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits aspiring educators at a thriving academy in Blyth. As a Teaching Assistant Apprentice, you will play a vital role in supporting students with diverse learning needs and helping them thrive in an inclusive environment. This position offers the chance to gain hands-on experience while working alongside dedicated teaching staff. You will be part of a supportive team that values character development and academic excellence, ensuring every child has access to the National Curriculum. Join us in shaping the future of education and making a difference in students' lives!

Qualifications

• Assist students in accessing the National Curriculum.
• Support students with emotional and behavioral difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers to support individual learning needs.
• Update progress reports for the Individualised Learning Coordinator.

Skills

Support for students with learning difficulties

Collaboration with teaching staff

Mentoring skills

Understanding of ADHD and autism

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Job description

Bede Academy has a fantastic opportunity for 2 Teaching Assistant Apprentices to join their Secondary School site in Blyth in September 2025.

About Bede Academy

Bede Academy is a thriving, all-through school in Blyth, Northumberland, educating students from Nursery to Sixth Form. Part of the Emmanuel Schools Foundation, the academy is known for its strong Christian ethos, focus on character development, and commitment to academic excellence. With modern facilities across two campuses and a supportive, values-driven culture, Bede Academy offers staff a rewarding place to work, learn, and grow.

https://bedeacademy.org.uk/

What will the apprentices be doing?

The apprentices will provide support within the Academy environment to enable any child or children to gain maximum access to the National Curriculum by following clear guidelines provided by involved agencies. Main duties include:

1. Assist students following a programme of support defined by the Individualised Learning Department, working alongside teaching and other staff based on the needs of the students.
2. Collaborate with teachers and staff as part of the teaching team.
3. Support students with learning difficulties using resources to aid reading, writing, spelling, and computer-based learning under teacher supervision.
4. Help students develop alongside their peers using programmes directed by the Individualised Learning Coordinator.
5. Update the Individualised Learning Coordinator on student progress and challenges.
6. Familiarize with learning needs and strategies for students with ADHD, autism, specific learning difficulties, and other challenges.
7. Support students with emotional and behavioral difficulties under supervision.
8. Undertake relevant training to improve skills and knowledge.
9. Act as mentors for students.
10. Perform other duties as required by the Principal.

The apprentices will undertake the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship, lasting 21 months. They will be based at Bede Secondary, Sixth Avenue, Blyth, with a classroom session at Blyth Sports Centre every 3 weeks.