Classroom Teaching Assistant Apprentice - St Stephen’s Primary School

EA Roles at St. Stephen’s

The Educational Assistant (EA) plays a vital role in supporting teaching and learning across the whole school, fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and high-achieving environment. EAs work closely with teachers to support the learning of all children, including those with additional needs, both in whole-class settings and small groups.

Key responsibilities include leading interventions, facilitating 1:1 reading, supporting fitness and catch-up groups, and providing targeted activities to challenge and extend pupils. EAs proactively engage with all children, modelling positive behaviours, perseverance, and independence, and using non-verbal communication strategies such as visual timetables and communication boards to support routines and wellbeing.

EAs are expected to support the teacher during lessons, assist with phonics and times tables, help prepare and organise resources, lead group sessions, and encourage good manners and social skills. They also contribute to wraparound care, playground duties, first aid, and transitions at the start and end of the day.

EAs help build strong relationships with pupils and families, promote immersive and inclusive learning, and contribute to displays and classroom organisation. They support communication with parents and help create a positive, welcoming school culture where all children are encouraged to thrive.

Training:

This apprenticeship is delivered as a day release at our campus in Stratford one day a week. You will be required to attend college weekly.

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Standard Behaviour, Skills and Knowledge

Training Outcome:

There is an opportunity to secure a permanent position after successfully completing and apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
St Stephen’s has been the Number 1 school in the country and has remained in The Top 10 State Primary Schools in the country for the past decade as listed in The Sunday Times each year. This achievement is testament and tribute to our lovely children, the support of the community, the dedication of a superb team of Governors and a highly effective and intelligent staff team. St Stephen’s was also recognised by OFSTED with Outstanding outcomes across all areas of the Federation.

Working Hours :
33 hours per week 3 Days a week, 8.30am – 3.30pm, 30 minute lunch break. Friday 8.30am-1pm 1 Day at college/coursework.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience