Job Description

About the Role:

We are looking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic

Apprentice Teaching Assistant

to join our dedicated team, with a special focus on supporting and improving

reading

skills among primary-aged children.


This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about education, literacy, and early learning to gain hands-on experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the development of reading skills across all key stages in the primary setting, with a focus on early readers and those who need additional help. Deliver 1:1 or small group reading interventions under the direction of the class teacher or SENCO. Promote a love of reading by encouraging positive reading habits and engaging pupils with a variety of texts. Assist in preparing reading resources and maintaining an organised reading area or library space. Support the class teacher in the delivery of high-quality lessons across the curriculum when required. Observe and record pupils' progress and report findings to teaching staff. Provide feedback to pupils to support their development and encourage confidence in reading. Uphold the school's values and contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Training & Development:

You will work towards a

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard

, gaining knowledge and practical experience in a supportive school environment. Regular training sessions and mentor support will be provided throughout the apprenticeship. Opportunity to attend relevant literacy training or phonics workshops as part of CPD.

Requirements:

Essential:

A genuine interest in working with children and supporting their learning. Good communication skills, both written and verbal. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a patient, caring nature.

Desirable:

Experience of working or volunteering with children in a school or childcare setting. An interest in literacy, phonics, or children's literature.

What We Offer:

A supportive and friendly team environment Opportunities to make a real difference in children's learning Comprehensive training and a pathway into a career in education Access to school staff wellbeing initiatives

Training Information:

Over the course of 15 - 18 months (dependent upon the level of course an apprentice is being enrolled onto), you will study units such as health & safety in a childcare setting, holistic child development, safeguarding in a childcare setting, child development, communication with children, purposeful play and educational programmes, supporting children with special educational needs, collaborative working in early years childcare, wellbeing principles for children and at higher levels, child protection, data, supporting key life transitions and behaviour management (these modules may differ).


Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will achieve a Level 5 qualification and a TQUK Diploma in Early Years.


We and our employer partners are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, so a DBS check will be required for this role. To make you aware, this position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as 'spent' must be declared, and you will be asked about these during the recruitment process.


If you do not hold GCSE Maths & English (or equivalent), these will be delivered alongside the apprenticeship programme.


Our delivery of training is through blended learning. Supported by one of our sector specialist tutors, they will deliver teaching sessions using various methods including face to face teaching, Skype, Facetime, telephone and peer virtual classroom whilst using our interactive multi-sensory teaching resources. Teaching sessions are normally bi-weekly or monthly, depending on the learner's preferred learning style. Additionally, the tutor will provide the support required to ensure the learner enjoys and ultimately successfully achieves their goals and completes their training. We want learners to feel that our team are approachable at any stage of their learning journey.


You will initially take an online assessment that will help us to understand your learning style and needs, then we will tailor your learning experience accordingly. We ensure that you stay on track to complete your programme on time by managing your expectations through our state-of-the-art e-portfolio system. At the end of your programme, your learnt knowledge, skills and behaviours will be assessed by an independent assessor in your end point assessment (EPA).


As part of the apprenticeship, alongside your job role, 20% of your time in work must be dedicated to developing new skills. This can be any time devoted to learning and improving new skills without interruption.