Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Salford City Academy; Manchester; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail discounts

Referral scheme

Career development pathways

Competitive salary

CPD access

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Salford City Academy in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant Apprentice (Level 3) to support students across lessons and groups. You will work with teachers, pastoral staff and SEND team to remove barriers to education and help learners access the curriculum within an inclusive school community.

The role offers a structured apprenticeship pathway, access to CPD, and opportunities for career progression within a successful multi-academy trust. Salary varies by age and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students in a learning environment.
• Strong communication with students, staff and families.
• Ability to work well in a team and adapt to varying needs.

Responsibilities

• Support students in lessons, individually and in small groups.
• Assist with preparation of learning materials and classroom activities.
• Provide targeted support for students with SEND to meet individual needs.
• Promote positive behaviour and resilience in line with school policy.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to staff.
• Support students' social, emotional and personal development.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with educational visits and school events.
• Uphold safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times.

Skills

Student support

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Teaching Assistant Level 3 apprenticeship

Job description

Post Title: Teaching Assistant Apprentice (Level 3)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (20% of time is training)

Salary: £14,449.50, - £22,913 (Dependent on age, qualifications and experience)

Role Purpose

Salford City Academy is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and caring Teaching Assistant to support students in achieving their full potential. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and the SEND team to provide high-quality support for learning, helping to remove barriers to education and ensuring all students can access the curriculum and thrive within our inclusive school community.

What can we offer?

• The opportunity to save money across hundreds of major retailers
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Bespoke career pathways for every member of staff
• Competitive salary
• 5 INSET days per year +3 additional planning days each term, dedicated to development and planning.
• The benefits of working in a successful multi-academy trust and full access to ongoing CPD
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Why Join Salford City Academy?

At Salford City Academy, we are committed to transforming lives through education and providing every student with the opportunity to achieve their full potential. As part of United Learning, one of the UK’s leading education groups, we offer a supportive, inclusive, and ambitious working environment where staff development and wellbeing are a priority. Our values of Ambition, Confidence, Creativity, Respect, Enthusiasm and Determination underpin everything we do, creating a culture where both students and colleagues can thrive. We invest in our people through high-quality professional development, opportunities for career progression, and a strong sense of teamwork. If you are passionate about making a difference to young people’s lives and want to be part of a forward-thinking and values-driven school community, Salford City Academy is an excellent place to build your career.

Key Responsibilities

Support students in lessons, individually and in small groups, to enhance learning and engagement.

Assist teachers with the preparation of learning materials and classroom activities

Provide targeted support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring individual needs are met

Promote positive behaviour, resilience, and independence in line with the school’s behaviour policy

Help monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff

Support students’ social, emotional, and personal development

Contribute to the creation of a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

Assist with educational visits, enrichment activities, and other school events as required

Uphold safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times.

Person Specification

We are looking for an individual who:

Has experience of working with young people, preferably in a secondary school setting.

Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Can build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.

Is patient, adaptable, and committed to supporting all learners.

Has strong organisational skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Shares our commitment to raising aspirations and improving outcomes for every student.

Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

At Salford City Academy, we are committed to developing confident, successful learners and are looking for a Teaching Assistant who will make a positive contribution to our ambitious and supportive school community.

We reserve the right to close this post earlier than the closing date should we need to. The offer of this post is subject to all pre-employment checks including DBS . Salford City Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students. This responsibility necessitates a child protection policy and robust procedures. Each student’s welfare is of paramount importance. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be read on our website.