Apprentice Teaching Assistant Level 3

The duties will depend on your experience and training. Generally, you'll need to:

Deliver tailored teaching activities to pupils on either a one-to-one basis or in small groups Make sure that the pupils you support are able to engage in learning and stay on task during the lesson or activity Support the social and emotional development of pupils, reporting any issues when required Support the teacher in managing challenging pupil behaviour and promoting positive behaviour Listen to pupils read and read to pupils as a class, group or one-to-one Guide and monitor pupil progress Help with the planning of some lessons Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupils' progress Carry out administrative duties, such as preparing classroom resources Look after pupils who have had accidents, need help dressing or are upset Create art displays of pupils' artwork Provide support outside of your normal classes, such as helping during exams, covering TA absences or going on school trips Help with extracurricular activity such as breakfast and after-school clubs, homework club, revision sessions or lunchtime duties Supervise other support staff Coordinate specific areas of teaching support once you have the right level of experience

Training:

SGS College will support apprentices to develop the full range of knowledge, skills and behaviours required for the Standard. The apprentice will be required to attend the Filton Campus of SGS College on a weekly basis, term time only. 

Apprentices will receive comprehensive guidance to build their portfolio, and the College will also facilitate completion of a Paediatric First Aid qualification. Once on-programme learning is complete, apprentices will progress to the End Point Assessment, which includes a practical observation with a question-and-answer element, submission of a portfolio of evidence, and a professional discussion.

Full time apprentices will spend typically 18 months on-programme working towards the apprenticeship standard, with a minimum of 20% off-the-job training.

Each apprentice will be assigned a dedicated skills coach who will support them in completing their Portfolio, and preparing for the End Point Assessment.

Training Outcome:

As well as ensuring full competency as a Teaching Assistant, this standard provides a foundation for potential progression into a number of career paths in the Educational sector, including Higher Level Teaching Assistant, Assistant Teacher and Teacher.

Employer Description:

Trust in Learning Academies (TiLA) is a Bristol-based multi‑academy trust that works to support and improve education across a group of primary and secondary schools. The trust focuses on collaboration, high‑quality teaching, and strong leadership to help schools achieve the best outcomes for their pupils. By sharing resources, expertise, and best practice, Trust in Learning aims to create inclusive learning communities where every child is supported to succeed and thrive.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday with a day release to SGS College, exact hours to be agreed between the apprentice and their manager.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience