Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Christ The King Voluntary Academy; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Pension Scheme

Access to top-tier CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Term time only working

Job summary

Christ the King Voluntary Academy in Arnold, Nottingham, is offering an 18-month Teaching Assistant Apprentice role starting as soon as possible. The position is for 32.5 hours per week during term time, supporting teachers and pupils to achieve their learning goals.

You will work closely with staff to deliver engaging lessons, provide tailored support for individual students, and contribute to a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for working with students and helping them achieve their best.
• A proactive, adaptable approach to supporting both staff and students.
• A willingness to embrace and promote our Catholic ethos (you don’t need to be Catholic but must respect our values).

Responsibilities

• Support children in reaching their academic and personal goals.
• Collaborate with teachers to create engaging and inclusive learning experiences.
• Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students needing additional support.
• Play an active role in maintaining a positive and inspiring classroom environment.

Skills

Enthusiasm for working with students

Proactive adaptable approach

Respect Catholic ethos

Job description

As a Teaching Assistant Apprentice you will play a vital role in supporting our students on their journey to success. You’ll work closely with teachers to deliver engaging lessons, provide tailored support for individual students, and foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

There will be opportunities to develop within the school and make a valued contribution to our students' learning.

This is a 18-month fixed term role starting as soon as possible, working for 32.5 hours per week, term time only.

About us

Christ the King Voluntary Academy is a successful secondary school located in Arnold, Nottingham. We are an Ofsted rated Good School.

We are part of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, and we bring together the 36 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.

As an Apprentice Teaching Assistant, you’ll:

• Support children in reaching their academic and personal goals.
• Collaborate with teachers to create engaging and inclusive learning experiences.
• Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students needing additional support.
• Play an active role in maintaining a positive and inspiring classroom environment.

What we’re looking for:

• Enthusiasm for working with students and helping them achieve their best.
• A proactive, adaptable approach to supporting both staff and students.
• A willingness to embrace and promote our Catholic ethos (you don’t need to be Catholic but must respect our values).

What’s in it for you?

• £11,661 (National Apprenticeship Rate) for first year, National Minimum Wage for subsequent years
• Wonderful students who have a passion for learning and deserve the very best.
• A team of talented and highly committed staff in a supportive working environment.
• Terms and Conditions - we have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff.
• Fantastic benefits:
  • Generous Pension Scheme
  • Access to top-tier CPD opportunities tailored to your development.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing emotional, financial, and legal support for you and your family.
  • Exclusive perks: From staff discounts to a Cycle-to-Work scheme, we’ve got you covered!
  • A welcoming community: Work with enthusiastic students, supportive colleagues, and a leadership team that values your expertise.
  • Term time only working.

Closing Date: Monday 21 September 2026 at 9.00am

Visits are warmly welcomed so you can see for yourself, and we encourage you to talk to us to learn more about the role. Please contact Laura Lea [e-mail] arrange a visit or to discuss the role further.

You do not need to be a Catholic to work for our Trust and we warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools. Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks including online searches are required for successful applicants.