Teaching Assistant Apprentice - St Mary’s CE Primary School

Summary

An exciting opportunity to join St Mary’s CE Primary School as a Teaching Assistant Apprentice. You will support classroom learning, pupil development and wellbeing while working towards your Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.

Annual wage

£15,704 a year

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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, 8.30 am to 3.30 pm.

30 hours a 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

The postholder will work under the direction, guidance and direct supervision of the classroom teacher to support access to learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Helping to Keep Children Safe

Preparing and maintaining a safe and hygienic environment
Dealing with accidents, emergencies and illness appropriately
Supporting safeguarding procedures
Encouraging positive behaviour

2. Supporting Learning Activities

Supporting the teacher in planning learning activities
Assisting with the delivery of lessons
Supporting the evaluation of learning activities

3. Supporting Children’s Development

Contributing to children’s physical, emotional and social development
Supporting communication and intellectual development

4. Contributing to Positive Relationships

Interacting effectively with children and adults
Communicating clearly and professionally

5. Supporting Colleagues

Maintaining positive working relationships
Developing effectiveness in a classroom support role

6. Supporting Play and Learning

Encouraging creativity in physical play
Offering varied play opportunities
Supporting children’s rights and choices in play

7. Supporting Children with SEND

Providing care, encouragement and personal hygiene support where required
Supporting participation in activities and learning experiences

8. Moving and Handling

Preparing children, environments and equipment
Supporting children with mobility difficulties safely

9. Classroom Environment

Setting up, maintaining and dismantling classroom displays

10. Promoting Positive Behaviour

Implementing agreed behaviour management strategies
Supporting pupils to take responsibility for their learning and conduct

This role offers a varied and rewarding experience within a primary school setting.

Where you’ll work

St Marys CE Primary School, Oldham Road, Rochdale, United Kingdom, 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

Training will include:

Day release or structured sessions with Rochdale Training
Workplace observation and assessment
Knowledge of safeguarding, behaviour management and SEND

Requirements

Potentially cover at multiple schools in the trust.

Essential qualifications

GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English

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

Good communication skills

· Ability to work as part of a team

· Basic IT skills

· Organisational skills

· Ability to follow instructions

Other requirements

· Caring and patient

· Reliable and punctual

· Positive and proactive attitude

· Professional and respectful

· Passionate about supporting children’s learning

About this company

St Mary’s CE Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive Church of England primary school in Rochdale, committed to providing a safe, nurturing and inspiring learning environment. The school promotes strong Christian values alongside high expectations for academic achievement and personal development.

Pupils are supported to grow socially, emotionally and academically, and staff work collaboratively to ensure every child reaches their potential.

This apprenticeship provides an excellent opportunity to begin a career in education within a supportive school community, gaining valuable classroom experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

After this apprenticeship

On successful completion, opportunities may include: