Teaching Assistant Apprentice – Level 3

Summary

An exciting opportunity to join St Mary’s CE Primary School as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice. You will support pupils’ learning, wellbeing and development within a nurturing and inclusive school environment while completing your Level 3 qualification.

Annual wage

First 12 months at National Minimum Wage (Apprenticeship Rate).
Final 6 months at Grade 2 Point 3 – £18,803 per annum (pro rata).

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The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.

Training course

Teaching Assistant – Level 3

Hours

Monday to Friday

32.5 hours per week (Term Time Only)

Duration

18 Months

Positions available

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

As an Apprentice Teaching Assistant, you will work under the direction, guidance and direct supervision of the classroom teacher to support access to learning and contribute to the overall development of pupils.

Principal Duties

You will:

1. Help to Keep Children Safe

Prepare and maintain a safe and hygienic environment
Deal with accidents, emergencies and illness
Support safeguarding procedures
Encourage positive behaviour

2. Provide Support for Learning Activities

Support the teacher in planning learning activities
Assist in delivering learning activities
Contribute to evaluating learning activities

3. Support Children’s Development

Contribute to physical, emotional and social development
Support communication and intellectual development

4. Contribute to Positive Relationships

Interact and respond effectively to children and adults
Communicate professionally with pupils, staff and parents

5. Provide Effective Support for Colleagues

Maintain strong working relationships
Develop your effectiveness within a support role

6. Support Play and Learning

Encourage creativity in physical play
Offer varied play opportunities
Support children’s rights and choices

7. Support Pupils with SEND

Provide care, encouragement and personal hygiene support where required
Support participation in activities and experiences

8. Moving and Handling

Prepare children and environments appropriately
Support pupils with mobility needs safely

9. Classroom Environment

Set up, maintain and dismantle displays

10. Promote Positive Behaviour

Implement agreed behaviour strategies
Support pupils to take responsibility for learning and behaviour

You will also uphold professional standards, promote equality and diversity, safeguard pupils at all times, and actively engage in your own professional development.

Where you’ll work

St Mary’s CE Primary School
Oldham Rd,

Rochdale,

OL11 2HB

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Your training course

Teaching Assistant – Level 3

Your training plan

The successful candidate will complete the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.

Training will include:

Structured sessions with Rochdale Training
Workplace assessment and portfolio development
Safeguarding and behaviour management training
Paediatric First Aid (within 3 months if not already held)
Functional Skills in Maths and English (if required)

End Point Assessment

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE English & Maths Grade 4/C or above (essential)
Willingness to obtain Paediatric First Aid within 3 months
Experience working with children (paid or voluntary) desirable

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths (or willingness to work towards Level 2 equivalent)
Good personal numeracy and literacy skills
Ability to work effectively within a team
Ability to work 1:1 and with small groups
Basic understanding of the school curriculum
Awareness of inclusion within a school setting
Basic IT skills

Personal Qualities

Proactive and nurturing
Professional and reliable
High expectations for pupils
Respectful of diverse social, cultural and religious backgrounds
Positive role model
Committed to continuous improvement

About this company

St Mary’s CE Primary School is a welcoming Church of England school committed to cultivating a loving, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels valued, empowered and inspired to reach their God-given potential. The school promotes a lifelong love of learning and supports pupils to grow into confident, compassionate and responsible individuals.

The school is part of The Watergrove Trust, a highly successful Multi Academy Trust in the West Pennine area. The Trust includes nine schools (primary and secondary) working collaboratively to deliver high academic standards while developing pupils of unique character.

Working at St Mary’s means joining a supportive team within a strong Trust structure, with access to excellent CPD opportunities and clear progression pathways.

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion, opportunities may include: