Teaching assistant apprenticeship

Support pre planned learning/behaviour activities as directed by the teacher Using agreed structured observation as directed by the class teacher to feedback on learning, behaviour, participation and achievement, to support the planning and evaluation of the learning process in respect of groups and individual students  Interact with pupils in ways that support the development of their ability to think and learn, including the use of careful questioning  Assist teachers in the implementation of appropriate behaviour management and teaching & learning strategies Support pupils in their social and emotional wellbeing, in  implementing related programmes, including social, health and physical needs Assist in escorting and supervising pupils on educational visits and out of school activities Undertake break supervision as required Communicate effectively with all pupils, families, carers and other agencies / professionals Share information confidentially about pupils with teachers and other professional as required Pay due regard to professional boundaries, maintaining appropriate levels of confidentiality Participate in staff meetings Prepare classroom materials and learning areas, and undertake minor clerical duties e.g. photocopying and displaying pupils work Support the use of ICT and adhere to relevant policies Supervise and provide access arrangements for pupils sitting internal and external examinations  and tests as required, ensuring that examinations comply with the Examination Board Regulations Participate in appraisal, training and other learning activities To work with colleagues and others to maintain health, safety and welfare within the working environment Within own area of responsibility work in accordance with the aims of the Equality Policy Statement

Training:

Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

The apprenticeship will be fully work based The assessor will arrange to visit,within the setting once per fortnight

Training Outcome:
Progression onto Pastoral or Teaching Pathways through our trust

Employer Description:
Employer Description Forest Moor is an SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) special school based near Menwith Hill, just outside of Harrogate. It is a Key Stage 2 – 4 provision with around 130 students on roll in beautiful surroundings and now with a lovely building that is continuing to be refurbished to suit the needs of our students. Our aim is to provide the best possible care and education that we can for children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Unconditional Positive Regard is at the centre of what we do and we are creating an academy that is welcoming, caring, safe, warm and believes that all its pupils can be supported and empowered to succeed. We are creating individual and personalised pathways for our students that are built around their varied needs which will help them achieve positive outcomes and prepare them for their onward destinations into continuing education, work or training. In order to achieve this, we have developed a curriculum that provides opportunities for academic progression as well as vocational learning, whilst being engaging, creative, and innovative. We see strong relationships as the key to our success – with students, parents, carers and the wider community and we ensure that our school is a welcoming safe place for children to learn and prosper. We believe in working closely with our families and carers and welcome their support, but also realise that at times they will need our support too. We work closely with other agencies and schools to make sure we do all we can to make learning and life the best it possibly can be. Forest Moor and the wider Trust places a huge emphasis on professional development and invests significantly in staff training at all levels. This means that, although experience of working in an SEMH setting would be an advantage, specialist support and training will be provided for outstanding candidates wishing to make the career fulfilling move into special education.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:00 Term time only + training days

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience


  • Location: Menwith Hill Road Darley Harrogate HG3 2RA
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: LUMINATE EDUCATION GROUP
  • Posted: 16-Oct-2025
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk