To work under the direction of the teacher in supporting the developmental needs of children within the Early Years Foundation Stage
To have good relationships with students, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding to individual needs
To promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students
To encourage students to engage in activities led by the teacher
To encourage students to be independent
To assist in preparing the classroom
To be aware of student problems/progress/achievements and encourage positive learning
To carry out some administrative duties
To be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
To participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
To assist with the supervision of students out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes
To accompany teaching staff and students on visits, trips and out of school activities as required
To undertake any other duties requested
Training:As a work-based training provider, Aire Vocational Training- a member of Aspiration Training Group will provide an exciting individually designed training programme with a blend of face to face and online learning, covering:
Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard
Functional Skills in maths and English (if required) Apprenticeship Assessment
Paediatric First Aid
On and off the job training
We will aim to meet your needs and those of your employer, combining theory with hands-on practical experience to ensure you develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours that are relevant to your role. You will be supported by your vocational coach with access to an eportfolio and learning resources via an online Learning Hub.Training Outcome:Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you may have the opportunity to apply for a permanent position within the academy.Employer Description:At Byron Primary School we believe that every child deserves the best possible education and we have the highest expectation for every child who attends our school. Our aim is for them to reach their full potential by giving them the education that they need today and setting them up with every chance to succeed tomorrow.
Our mission is to encourage all children to be aspirational, to strive for excellence, whilst celebrating their uniqueness.
We are committed to working alongside our community to provide a safe, sustainable learning environment where all children succeed.
We are focused on using our expansive school grounds sustainably, providing an environment where students engage in outdoor learning, explore nature, and participate in ecological projects that educate them to care for the world around them, now and in the future.
We are a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive school where we pride ourselves in providing a nurturing, ambitious experience for all.
Byron is more than a school– we are a thriving community school at the heart of the city of Bradford.
Through our well thought out curriculum, we strive to make learning engaging, providing as many ‘real-life’ learning experiences as possible – making learning exciting, interesting and purposeful. Reading is the foundation of our curriculum, and we positively promote reading for pleasure as an essential, life-enhancing skill, asking our families to support us with this at home.
We want all children to become confident and independent learners with enquiring minds. At Byron Primary, learning does not stop at the end of the school day, our children are encouraged to extend their interests through the wide range of extracurricular clubs and activities we offer, we truly believe that learning goes beyond the curriculum!
We believe that children should be encouraged to develop positive values towards themselves, each other, and the wider community of which they are part. We work together to create a school where positive behaviour is the norm, and all are treated with respect, understanding and sensitivity.
We are exceptionally proud to serve our local community and pride ourselves on the home-school relationships we create. Working Hours :Monday to Friday, term time only. Working day hours to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
As a Teaching Assistant Apprentice at Our Lady Star of the Sea, you will become an integral part of a supportive and welcoming team, dedicated to helping every child achieve their full potential. Working with children between 3-11 years old, a interest of working with children is essential. A full DBS check will be required before starting with the school. Main Duties:
Supervise and provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
Deal with the personal care and comfort of pupils as required in relation to welfare, health, hygiene, toileting, dressing, feeding, mobility and administering of medicines
Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment in accordance with lesson plans
In liaison with the teacher, utilise strategies to support pupils in achieving learning goals
You will support pupils in their learning and development across a range of classroom activities, helping them to build confidence, independence, and key skills in literacy, numeracy, and ICT. You will assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons, prepare and maintain learning resources, and contribute to creating a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment. The role will involve monitoring pupil progress where required, supporting safeguarding, health and safety, and equality policies, and promoting the wellbeing of all children. You will also assist with school trips, extracurricular activities, and wider school routines while working collaboratively as part of a dedicated school team.Training:Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Teaching Assistant Level 3 apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Functional skills in maths and English if required
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.Training Outcome:
Potential full time opportunity!
Employer Description:At Our Lady, Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School, we are passionate about how we teach our children to learn. We were accredited a Thinking School in July 2025. We also embrace learning through talk using Voice 21 Schools approaches.Working Hours :Monday to Friday
Shifts to be confirmedSkills: Administrative skills,Attention to detail,caring....Read more...
The apprentice will develop the skills and knowledge, you will support the classroom teacher in the delivery on each lesson. Your day to day duties will include:
Work with individuals or small groups of pupils/students within the classroom.
Work with individual pupils/students with special educational needs and/or with pupils/students for whom English is not their first language.
Will implement planned learning activities/teaching programmes as agreed with the SENCO, adjusting activities to pupils/students' responses as appropriate.
Under the direction/guidance of the SENCO, support pupils/students with Social, emotional and mental health needs, e.g. implementation of behaviour management policies/promotion of academy policies relating to pupil behaviour.
Provide support for learning activities by making a contribution to supporting the SENCO in the planning and evaluation of learning activities and supporting the delivery of learning activities.
Support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of the SENCO.
Support the SENCO in monitoring, assessing and recording pupil/student progress/activities.
Select, prepare and clear away classroom materials and learning areas, ensuring they are available for use, including developing and presenting displays.
Work with parents to enhance pupils/students' learning.
Contribute to the overall ethos/aims of the academy.
Participate in training, other learning activities and performance development as required.
Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required.
The post holder is required to be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, equal opportunities, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person.
Training:16 months expected duration to complete, working towards your Teaching Assistant Level 3 Qualification. (All learning is delivered online/ remote).
Training Provider: LMP Education (rated 1st best UK training provider).
Training Outcome:Completion of the level 3 qualification and potentially a full-time role.Employer Description:Milton Primary Academy is part of Windsor Academy Trust. We pride ourselves on our forward thinking approach to teaching and learning and would like to appoint someone who wishes to engage in high-quality professional development to further improve themselves on their journey to become an effective member of support staff.
As a two form entry primary school, the successful candidate will have a number of support and teaching staff to work alongside and learn from. We are seeking someone who is proactive, quick and keen to learn and who will always put the pupils first. As a trust, we can recommend apprenticeship providers and support your professional development through virtual learning and self study sessions.
The pupils at Milton are a delight. They love coming to school and thrive from the wide personal potential offer that we provide. All staff actively support school events, clubs and community events to ensure Milton Primary is at the heart of the community. Our pupils are respectful, happy learners who follow the school ASPIRE values daily and celebrate each other's successes.Working Hours :Monday – Friday (Shifts TBC) - term time only.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Working under the direction of the class teacher and senior staff, you will help to create a positive learning environment and support pupils to access the curriculum, develop confidence and achieve their individual potential.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting teachers in delivering engaging learning activities across the curriculum
Providing support to individual pupils and small groups to enhance learning outcomes
Assisting with the preparation and organisation of classroom resources and learning materials
Supporting children's literacy, numeracy and communication development
Helping to maintain a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment
Encouraging positive behaviour and supporting the school's behaviour policy
Assisting pupils with classroom activities and independent learning tasks
Supporting children with varying learning needs and abilities
Contributing to classroom displays and learning environments
Supervising pupils during activities and transitions throughout the school day
Recording observations and providing feedback to teachers regarding pupil progress
Promoting safeguarding, wellbeing and welfare of all children
Supporting children during playtimes, educational visits and school activities where required
As your confidence and experience develop, you will take on increasing responsibility for supporting pupils' learning and development
Training:You will complete the Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship.
Training will include:
Supporting teaching and learning
Child development and behaviour management
Safeguarding and child protection
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) awareness
Communication and relationship building
Supporting literacy and numeracy development
Professional standards within education
Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
End Point Assessment
You will receive ongoing support from both the school and your apprenticeship training provider.Training Outcome:
Permanent Teaching Assistant opportunities within the school or wider education sector
Progression into specialist SEND support roles
Further qualifications within education and childcare
Potential progression into Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) pathways
Full-time employment?
Potential opportunities may be available following successful completion of the apprenticeship
Progression Opportunities Identified?
Yes– Teaching Assistant, SEND Support and wider education career pathways
Employer Description:All Saints' CE Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive school committed to providing a nurturing, caring and inspiring learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. The school promotes strong Christian values and works closely with pupils, families and the wider community to ensure children develop both academically and personally.
This apprenticeship provides an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children’s learning and development. Working alongside experienced teaching staff, you will gain valuable classroom experience while completing a nationally recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.Working Hours :Approximately 32 Hours Per Week
Monday- Friday
Term Time Only
Working hours to be confirmed at interview.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Personal and professional conduct:
Teaching assistants should uphold public trust in the education profession by:
Having proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which they work as professional members of staff
Demonstrating positive attitudes, values and behaviours to develop and sustain effective relationships with the school community
Having regard for the need to safeguard pupils’ wellbeing by following relevant statutory guidance along with school policies and practice
Upholding values consistent with those required from teachers by respecting individual differences and cultural diversity
Committing to improve their own practice through self-evaluation and awareness
Knowledge and understanding:
Teaching assistants are expected to:
Acquire the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience required for the teaching assistant role, with support from the school employer
Demonstrate expertise and skills in understanding the needs of all pupils (including specialist expertise as appropriate) and know how to adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs
Share responsibility for ensuring that their own knowledge and understanding is relevant and up to date by reflecting on their own practice, liaising with school leaders and accessing relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness
Demonstrate a level of subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to their role and apply this effectively in supporting teachers and pupils
Understand their roles and responsibilities within the classroom and whole school context recognising that these may extend beyond a direct support role
Be aware of, and comply with, policies and procedures relating to child protection, health including positive mental health, safety and security, confidentiality, data protection, intimate care and SEN Code of Practice 2014 reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
Teaching and learning:
Teaching assistants are expected to:
Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils including, where appropriate, those with special educational needs and disabilities
Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities
Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures
Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil progress as appropriate to the level of the role
Communicate effectively and sensitively with pupils to adapt to their needs and support their learning
Maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment by organising and managing physical teaching space and resources
Training Outcome:Apprentices who are successful in their role would be considered for any vacancies that are available across the Trust. We would be unable to give an accurate number of vacancies available until the Summer Term.
West Norfolk Academies Trust prides itself on being a progressive Trust seeking to provide career development for those with potential and growing staff from within the organisation wherever possible. To date as an organisation, we have been able to offer permanent employment and scope for development to over 95% of our apprentices that have wished to remain employed within the organisation.Employer Description:Springwood High School, part of West Norfolk Academies Trust
With more than a hundred years of history, Springwood provides an education for boys and girls aged between eleven and eighteen in King's Lynn.
Springwood High School is a comprehensive school with Specialist Performing Arts Status and a long history of providing an excellent education to pupils in West Norfolk.
Springwood High School is part of West Norfolk Academies Trust, dedicated to ensuring that every student gains the best qualifications possible. We believe that excellent academic qualifications provide each student with the best life chances and opportunities to ensure a successful and fulfilled future. In the last two years the percentage of students gaining 5 higher grades including English and Maths has risen significantly.
We have a high expectation of both our teachers and our students. We set challenging targets for all and support each other to achieve them. We work hard to monitor accurately the progress of students, celebrate academic success and intervene where necessary.
A positive attitude to learning is an essential aspect of academic success. Our teachers regularly assess how engaged each learner is in their studies using an attitude to learning score. We celebrate students who have a good attitude to their studies and actively encourage those who need to improve in this area.
We offer a wide range of opportunities, both within and beyond the classroom - it is vital that every student participates in other areas of school life.
Springwood expects every student to take part in other aspects of our offer to them including;
Competitive Sport
Dance Performances
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Drama Performances
House Competitions
Music Performances
Lunchtime clubs
Numerous foreign visits and exchanges
To view our latest OFSTED report please visit http://www.springwoodhighschool.co.ukWorking Hours :37 hrs/week, 39 weeks/year (term time +1).
Monday to Friday 8.45am to 3.25pm in school - term time plus 1 week.
Additional hours to include study time.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
