Teaching Assistant Apprentice

To provide agreed support to the teacher in the delivery of planned whole class learning activities.

To work under the direct supervision of a teacher to carry out planned learning activities with individual pupils or small groups, providing feedback on their engagement in activities and their achievement of the desired learning objectives.

To help prepare, monitor and maintain a safe and secure learning environment in line with the teacher’s lesson plans.

To observe and feed back to the teacher on pupil performance and behaviour, taking action as appropriate in line with relevant school policies.

To support the physical, intellectual, emotional and social development of pupils, including contributing ideas and suggestions to support planning, to meet their development needs.

To interact with and respond positively to children, young people and adults.

To develop positive relationships with colleagues, providing consistent and effective support and working constructively as a member of the school staff team.

To support pupils to improve their numeracy and literacy skills through focussed learning activities and more generally across the curriculum.

To prepare and utilise ICT resources to support pupils learning.

To prepare and support the use of learning materials and create visual displays, in accordance with the requirements of the teacher, in order to facilitate a relevant physical learning environment.

To provide care and encouragement to children and young people with disabilities or special educational needs, supporting them to participate in activities and liaising, if required, with parents / carers / other professionals as appropriate.

To encourage participation in structured and unstructured learning activities, including play (timetabled and during breaks if required) (Primary and Special schools).

To undertake midday supervision duties.

To support, as appropriate, in instances where pupils are unwell whilst at the school/college. 



Training:
A mixture of blended learning in the workplace and taught delivery every other Friday afternoon at the Loughborough College (optional term time only). Diarised visits from dedicated Trainer/Assessor. Attendance to Loughborough College for Functional Skills (if required). On-the-job training. Off-the-job training.

Training Outcome:
Learning Support Assistant Teaching Assistant  Cover supervisor

Employer Description:
All Saints Primary School are proud of the values we hold most dear and the exemplary students who pass through our doors. Our emphasis upon learning, teaching and outstanding behaviour is reflected in each and every Ofsted report, and our pupils are also renowned for their success in extra-curricular sporting activities at a local and national level. We have high expectations and high aspirations for every one of our students. We encourage our students to be individuals and to take responsibility for their choices as well as teaching them about tolerance and respect towards others. Our aim is to ensure that each one has access to the best possible opportunities and experiences during their education, so that they can reach their full potential and are better prepared for the future. we provide a supportive and friendly environment to enable you to develop and progress. We offer all staff access to an excellent pension (LGPS), staff development opportunities, free onsite parking, a bike to work scheme and a wonderful staff wellbeing package.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.45am - 4.30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience


  • Location: All Saints Primary School Long Street Wigston LE18 2AH
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: LOUGHBOROUGH COLLEGE
  • Posted: 15-Oct-2025
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk