Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship
Townfield Primary School · Location to be confirmed
Teaching assistant (level 3)
To provide high-quality support for teaching and learning within the classroom and ensure the safety, wellbeing, and social development of pupils during break times, and lunch periods. The successful candidate will work under the direction of teaching staff to foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
The work
Key Responsibilities
1. Classroom & Learning Support
- Assist teachers in the delivery of the curriculum, ensuring all pupils can access learning materials
- Lead targeted interventions for individuals or small groups, with a specific focus on English and mathematics
- Support the teacher in managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a focused learning environment
- Prepare resources and assist in the setting up/clearing away of learning activities.
2. Supervision & Pastoral Care
- Midday Supervision: Supervise pupils during lunch and playtimes, encouraging positive play and social interaction
- Wellbeing: Act as a positive role model, building strong relationships with pupils and providing pastoral support where needed
3. Safeguarding & School Standards
- Strictly adhere to the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection policies at all times
- Maintain the school’s high standards of behaviour and discipline
- Promote the Christian ethos and values of The District CE Primary School
- Participate in relevant training and staff meetings as required
Training
Online training sessions, once per month with your tutor.
You will also be allocated time during the working school week to complete qualification work towards the apprenticeship.
Training provider: ACCESS FURTHER EDUCATION LIMITED
What you come out with
Full-time teaching assistant role.
What they are looking for
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Number skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
The employer
The District CE Primary School is at the heart of the local community. We have a beautiful school building, with a long history and extensive grounds for the children to enjoy. We provide an inclusive and nurturing learning environment, a bespoke curriculum and excellent pastoral and early intervention support to meet the needs of our children and families.