Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship

Sir Thomas Wharton Academy; Edlington; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

A local academy in England is seeking an Apprentice Teaching Assistant to join their committed team. Responsibilities include establishing relationships with students, supporting classroom activities, and working closely with teachers. Candidates must possess good communication skills, experience or commitment to improving educational standards, and relevant qualifications. This role offers a structured apprenticeship with excellent career development opportunities and mentoring support.

Benefits

Excellent career development opportunities

Induction programme

Mentoring support

Cycle to Work Scheme

Cash healthcare plan

Staff Rewards Gateway

Smart Tech

Qualifications

• Must have good communication and IT skills.
• Have a commitment to the academy's vision and values.
• Possess a strong work ethic and positive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Establish good relationships with students.
• Work with the teacher to create a learning environment.
• Support students with disabilities.

Skills

Effective communication skills

IT skills

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Creative

Education

GCSE or equivalent Functional Skills Mathematics and English (Grade Level 2)

GCSE or equivalent Mathematics and English (Grade C/4 or above)

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Sir Thomas Wharton Academy for an Apprentice Teaching Assistant to work with an experienced and highly motivated team of professionals. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our team. The successful candidate will:

Responsibilities

• Establish good relationships with students, acting as a role model and responding appropriately to individual needs
• Work with the teacher to establish an appropriate learning environment
• Prepare the classroom as directed for lessons, and clear afterwards, and assist with the display of students' work
• Support the movement of students with disabilities around the academy site
• Participate in the handling of students with disabilities
• Support students consistently, whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs

Desired Skills and Qualities

• Effective communication skills
• IT skills
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Be logical
• Pay attention to detail
• Be a team player
• Be creative
• Use their initiative
• Be non-judgemental
• Be patient
• Possess an excellent timekeeping and attendance record
• Be committed to Maltby Learning Trust's Vision and Values and the Academy's Key Drivers
• Be a driven, proactive, and positive individual with an unwavering commitment to continuously improving their own standards
• Have a true growth mindset, exceptional work ethic and a sense of humour
• Have the ability to inspire and enthuse students
• Be confident, approachable, firm and fair
• Be committed to raising standards for all
• Have the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and embrace new ideas
• Be an excellent professional with high expectations of all learners and staff within the team
• Have the knowledge and experience of the context in which Sir Thomas Wharton Academy operates

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent Functional Skills Mathematics and English (Grade Level 2) essential
• GCSE or equivalent Mathematics and English (Grade C/4 or above) essential

Upon Completion of the 18-month Apprenticeship

• Have undertaken an advanced Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship. All training will take place on site in the workplace
• Understand how pupils learn and develop
• Know how to work with teachers to support assessments
• Have gained knowledge of curriculum
• Know how to develop strategies to support and encourage pupils to move towards independent learning
• Have gained communication and teamwork skills
• Know how to solve problems and motivate pupils
• Know how to build relationships
• Have gained professional standards in teaching and education

Benefits

• Excellent career development opportunities and access to a comprehensive programme of personalised 'Professional Learning and Development' (PLD) at leadership level
• An excellent induction programme with dynamic, driven and supportive staff, including mentoring and support from an experienced leadership team
• Mentoring and support from an experienced team
• The potential to work across the age and ability range
• Dedicated office space which inspires outstanding performance
• An opportunity to work collaboratively within a multi academy Trust
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 24/7 access to telephone/video GP service
• Cash healthcare plan
• Staff Rewards Gateway
• Smart Tech

Contact Information

For further information regarding the position at the academy, please contact: Mrs N Winder, PA to the Principal at [e-mail].

For further information regarding the apprenticeship programme, please contact: Ms Amanda Ogley at [e-mail].

The 'Application Form', 'Role Description' and 'Person Specification' can be accessed from this link: https://www.maltbylearningtrust.com/vacancies.

Closing Date: Monday 5 January 2026 at 9:00 am.

Maltby Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post involves working with children and therefore, if successful, you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.