Job Description

Early Years Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Highfields Academy, Cumberland Avenue, Nantwich, CW5 6HA

Part of the Concordia Multi Academy Trust

Contract:

Term time (plus inset days)

Hours:

Full-time or part-time

Salary:

Apprentice Salary (paid year-round including school holidays)

Training:

Fully funded

Level 3 Early Years Educator Qualification

provided

About the Role

We are looking for a committed, enthusiastic individual to join our Early Years team as an

Apprentice Teaching Assistant

. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to begin a career in childcare or primary education while gaining a

Level 3 Early Years qualification

.

You will work directly alongside experienced teachers and support staff within our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), helping children to learn, play, develop key skills and feel safe, valued and happy every day.

We will provide full training, mentoring and ongoing support throughout your apprenticeship.

Key ResponsibilitiesSupport for Children

Help meet children's personal, emotional and welfare needs. Build warm, positive relationships to support confidence and independence. Assist individuals, groups and whole-class activities. Support children accessing play-based learning, routines and the EYFS curriculum. Encourage positive behaviour, social skills and inclusion. Observe and feed back to staff on children's progress and wellbeing.

Support for Teaching Staff

Help set up learning areas, activities and resources each day. Assist with displays, tidying, and general classroom organisation. Follow teacher plans and lead small group tasks where appropriate. Support behaviour expectations in line with school policy. Work collaboratively with the Early Years team and follow professional guidance.

Support for Curriculum, Environment & School

Prepare and organise resources and materials. Support outdoor learning, sensory play, creative activities and phonics sessions. Assist with educational visits, themed days and wrap-around care when required. Contribute to a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment. Promote and safeguard the welfare of all children in line with school policies.

Person SpecificationEssential

A genuine passion for working with young children. Good communication skills and a caring, positive attitude. Willingness to learn, train and complete the Level 3 Early Years qualification. Reliable, enthusiastic and committed to supporting children's development. Ability to work well as part of a team. Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain).

Desirable

Experience working with children in any setting (school, nursery, wraparound). First Aid qualification. Understanding of Early Years or child development.

Training Provided

As part of this apprenticeship, you will receive:

? Fully funded

Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification

? On-the-job training from experienced EYFS staff
? Dedicated mentor support
? Opportunities to progress within the school or wider trust
? Experience across all areas of EYFS and primary practice

Highfields Academy Culture

Highfields Academy, part of the Concordia Multi Academy Trust, is a warm, welcoming school where children feel safe, supported and valued. You will join a friendly, collaborative team with high expectations and a commitment to nurturing both emotional and academic growth.

Learn more:
highfieldsacademy.co.uk
concordiamat.co.uk

Safeguarding

Highfields Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This apprenticeship role requires an enhanced DBS check and adherence to safer recruitment procedures.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Apprenticeship, Freelance

Pay: 7.55-10.00 per hour

Expected hours: 19.5 - 32.5 per week

Benefits:

Childcare Company pension Employee discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

Nantwich CW5 6HA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you have a DBS on the update service, paper copy or you require one? Have you worked as a TA before? If you have, please state the schools you have worked at below.
Experience:

working with children: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person