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eTeach UK Limited; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 6,700 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

Awel y Mor Primary School is offering an apprenticeship as an Apprentice Teaching Assistant. You will gain hands-on classroom experience while working towards a Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.

The role includes assisting with classroom setup, planning activities, and tracking student progress, with DBS checks and Welsh language considerations in place where required.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for working with children and a desire to learn in a school setting.
• Strong communication skills for effective classroom support.
• Good numeracy and literacy to assist with activities and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Support children in the classroom and assist with setting up resources.
• Assist with planning learning activities and materials.
• Implement individual learning programs and track student progress.
• Keep accurate records and support progress monitoring.

Skills

Enthusiasm for children

Communication skills

Numeracy and literacy

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

GCSE English & Maths (D or above)

Job description

Contract Type: Fixed Term post for 15 months with the possibility of extensionHours: Minimum of 16 hours per week Salary: £8.00 per hour in the first year of the apprenticeship, increasing in Year 2 in line with the National Minimum Wage/National Living Wage rates, dependent on age.

About the Role

We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Teaching Assistant to join our team at Awel y Mor Primary School. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in working with children or beginning a career in education.As an Apprentice Teaching Assistant, you will get hands‑on experience in the classroom, working alongside friendly, experienced staff who will support you every step of the way. You will earn while you learn, build new skills and work towards a Level 2 Qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.

Daily Routine

• Supporting children in the classroom
• Assist with setting up the classroom and resources
• Assist with planning learning activities and materials.
• Implementing individual learning programs
• Keep accurate records and help to track students progress

Additional Details

The successful applicant will work towards a Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools over a 15 month period. This qualification includes:

• On-the-job training, gaining practical experience within a school setting.
• Work Based Tuition, provided by Neath Port Talbot College
• A digital literacy essential skills qualification
• Regular assessments and feedback to track progress and improve skills.

You will have:

• Enthusiasm about working with children
• Strong Communication Skills
• Good Standard of Numeracy and Literacy
• The ability to work as part of a team
• GCSE English & Maths at grade D or above with the opportunity to work at these as part of the Essential Skills

Workplace

Your workstyle in this role will require you to work from a fixed workplace.

DBS requirements

• This post is subject to a Enhanced DBS disclosureNeath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.

The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.

Welsh Language Requirements

Welsh Language skills are not required / essential / desirable / need to be learnt when appointed to the post. Please note: In order to meet the Welsh Language Standard requirements, if Welsh Language requirements are essential / desirable / need to be learnt when appointed to the post – we will require the following documents in Welsh before we can advertise; the job advert, job description and person specification.

Additional Information: Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans.

Support for Tata Steel employees

In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council. Applicants must meet the essential criteria for the post to qualify for this.

Team NPT

At Team NPT, we all work together to serve the people, communities and businesses of Neath Port Talbot. We are committed to providing training opportunities and the professional development of all our employees. We look forward to welcoming you to Team NPT.