Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Quarry Hill Academy; Grays; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Quarry Hill Academy, an outstanding school in Grays, is seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice. This apprenticeship provides an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals interested in a career in education. Successful applicants will gain hands-on experience in a school environment and progress towards a teaching career.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

No costs for the apprenticeship

Qualifications

• GCSE A-C or 9-5 in English, maths, and science essential.
• Interest in working with children and providing excellent support.
• Demonstrable literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills.

Responsibilities

• Train as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice over two academic years.
• Support teachers and provide excellent support within the school environment.
• Engage in regular assessments and mentoring.

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

ICT

Education

GCSE A-C or 9-5 in English, maths and a science subject

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC2005-154S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: £12,794

Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 30/08/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: Arranged when necessary

This is a fantastic opportunity for applicants to train as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice. This is an advanced pathway for those who already work in school or who are interested in working with children. This could also be the first step in your journey to being an amazing teacher!

The course is two academic years (18-24 months) and at the end of it you will have gained a Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship. This could lead to the following roles:

· Teaching Assistant

· Qualified Teacher Status

Who is suitable for an apprenticeship?

Employers will be particularly interested in applicants who have a keen interest in providing excellent support within a school environment and working as part of a team. You should be able to demonstrate excellent literacy, numeracy and ICT skills. Potential candidates are expected to have achieved GCSE A-C or 9-5 in English, maths and a science subject.

Will I get paid as an apprentice?

Yes, your employer will pay you at least £7.55 (April 2025) per hour in your first year for at least 30 hours per week (college day included) for 52 weeks of the year. They must also allow you to take at least 28 days per year annual leave, including bank holidays, and pay you for it.

How is the Apprenticeship Assessed?

Your assessor will visit you within the workplace to assess your progress and you will attend college for 1 day per week. You will develop your skills and knowledge whilst on and off the job and will receive regular supervision and mentoring from your employer.

What could this Apprenticeship lead to?

This apprenticeship will provide you with the knowledge, understanding and professional skills you can use in your current/future career within education. On completion you can move on in your vocational field into Senior Teaching Assistant level roles or progress onto a Foundation Degree followed by a BA Hons and then eventually Qualified Teacher Status. This progression is a partnership between Chelmsford College, Canterbury Christ Church University and Anglia Ruskin University. There is no obligation for your school to continue your employment once your apprenticeship is complete.

What are the costs?

There are no costs to the apprentice to complete this apprenticeship programme, costs will be incurred if apprentices go on to complete a foundation degree, BA Hons and eventually QTS if they chose to train to become a qualified teacher. The apprentice therefore may need to take out a small student loan to cover these expenses.

Can I complete this qualification without being an apprentice?

Yes, for those aged 19+, this would be assessed in the workplace without college day release. A work based tutor would make visits to you every 3 - 5 weeks to set you course work and observe you work within a classroom environment. The cost of the course is £1,800 with at least 10 hours per week work or voluntary service.

All apprentices must have employment to complete an apprenticeship, for help with employment and to find out more, telephone David Cornwell on 01245 293119 or e-mail [e-mail].

You can also contact Andrea Parfett at Dilkes Academy for more information: [e-mail]

You should search for our apprenticeship on the following website: Find an apprenticeship - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Information about the School

Quarry Hill Academy is an ‘outstanding’ school (Ofsted, June 2016) and became a National teaching School in September 2017. Quarry Hill Academy offers fantastic professional development opportunities.

Quarry Hill Academy is part of Catalyst Academies Trust, an innovative, charitable organisation, whose mission is to widen access to outstanding educational provision by supporting and empowering teachers and leaders in other schools to develop remarkable teaching and achievement outcomes.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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