Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Morice Town Primary Academy

Plymouth, PL2 1RJ

Closes in 8 days (Friday 7 February at 11:59pm)

Posted on 23 January 2025

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Summary

Morice Town are looking to recruit a passionate teaching assistant to join our team. In this role you will work alongside teachers and senior leaders to develop your practice. You will provide high quality care and education for children. The ideal candidate will be hard-working, resilient, friendly and outgoing.

Wage
£10,150.40 a year

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Pro Rata. Salary will increase to appropriate wage for age after 12 months.

Training course
Teaching assistant (level 3)
Hours
Monday – Friday between 08:30-15:10.

30 hours 30 minutes a week

Possible start date

Monday 3 March

Duration

1 year 3 months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

The ideal candidate will be hard-working, resilient, friendly, and outgoing. They will have a passion for supporting young children’s learning and development and enjoy working as part of a team.

  • Assist in getting the classroom ready for lessons and clearing away afterwards so as to maintain a safe and clean environment.
  • Assisting teachers in preparing the lesson materials and school equipment.
  • Recording and reporting a pupil’s progress to the teacher.
  • Helping pupils stay focused during class hours.
  • Supervising group activities, sports events, and school outings.
  • Helping teachers manage student behaviour.
  • Looking after children who are unwell or upset.
  • Healthy and safe learning environment for children.
  • Be able to display effective communication skills with both children and adults.
  • Be eager to work collaboratively in a wider team, adaptable and open to new ideas and practices.
  • Be a fast and highly flexible thinker, being able to deal with change and unpredictability positively with a ‘can-do’ attitude.
  • An interest in SEND pupils and pupil wellbeing would be advantageous.
  • An extended, supportive team which promotes the development and well-being of everyone in our school community.
  • Friendly and enthusiastic children who are actively involved in shaping the development of our school.
  • A caring and friendly atmosphere where everyone’s contribution is valued.
  • The chance to be imaginative, take risks in learning and be innovative whilst raising attainment.

Where you’ll work

Charlotte Street

Devonport

Plymouth

PL2 1RJ

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

PLYMOUTH ARGYLE FOOTBALL IN THE COMMUNITY TRUST

Your training course

Teaching assistant (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents
  • Apply strategies to support and encourage the development of independent learners.
  • Adapt communication strategies for the audience and context.
  • Apply behaviour management strategies in line with organisational policy.
  • Adapt resources to support all learners.
  • Communicate with teachers to ensure clarity of the TA’s role.
  • Apply teaching strategies to deliver learning activities or interventions.
  • Build relationships with learners, teachers, other professionals and stakeholders.
  • Comply with legislation, guidance, and procedures for Prevent, safeguarding and health & safety.
  • Support the well-being and mental health of learners.
  • Observe, record, and report on learners in line with organisational procedures.
  • Apply methods of formative assessment.
  • Use up to date technology safely, to support learning.
  • Encourage safe use of technology by learners.
  • Adapt teaching strategies to support all learners (for example, scaffolding, open questioning).
  • Identify and respond to pastoral and academic behaviours in learners.
  • Provide feedback to learners.
  • Apply strategies to support and encourage the development of independent learners.
  • Adapt communication strategies for the audience and context.
  • Apply behaviour management strategies in line with organisational policy.
  • Adapt resources to support all learners.
  • Communicate with teachers to ensure clarity of the TA’s role.
  • Apply teaching strategies to deliver learning activities or interventions.
  • Build relationships with learners, teachers, other professionals and stakeholders.
  • Comply with legislation, guidance, and procedures for Prevent, safeguarding and health & safety.
  • Support the well-being and mental health of learners.
  • Observe, record, and report on learners in line with organisational procedures.
  • Apply methods of formative assessment.
  • Use up to date technology safely, to support learning.
  • Encourage safe use of technology by learners.
  • Adapt teaching strategies to support all learners (for example, scaffolding, open questioning).
  • Identify and respond to pastoral and academic behaviours in learners.
  • Provide feedback to learners.

Your training plan

As an apprentice, you'll enjoy dedicated training with a college or specialist organisation, giving you the knowledge and skills to excel. Plus, you'll spend at least 20% of your working hours focused on learning and development, setting you up for a bright future in your career!

More training information

On our 15-month Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard, you will work towards:

  • Behaviours, Skills & Knowledge
    Develop a wide range of skills and behaviours needed to excel as a Teaching Assistant. This includes effective communication, teamwork, classroom support strategies, and the ability to provide high-quality care and education for children in a primary school setting.
  • Functional Skills in Maths and English (if required)
    If you don’t already hold Level 2 qualifications in maths and English, we’ll provide the training and support to help you achieve these essential skills, which are key to succeeding in your apprenticeship and future career.
  • End-Point Assessment (EPA)
    At the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll complete an EPA to demonstrate your competence, skills, and knowledge. This ensures you meet the high standards expected of a Level 3 Teaching Assistant and are fully prepared for a successful career in education.
  • Regular Workplace Visits from Your College Assessor
    Your designated College assessor will visit you regularly at your workplace to observe your progress, provide constructive feedback, and ensure you’re on track with your learning and development. These visits are designed to support your growth and help you feel confident in your role.
  • Flexible Training Delivery
    The delivery method and location of your training will be tailored to suit your needs and the requirements of your employer, ensuring you can balance your work responsibilities with your learning effectively.

This apprenticeship offers a blend of hands-on experience, expert guidance, and structured learning to help you build a fulfilling and impactful career as a Teaching Assistant.

 

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade Grade 4-9 (A*-C))
  • Maths (grade Grade 4-9 (A*-C))

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

Other requirements

We are looking for a driven individual with excellent communication skills to engage effectively with both children and adults. The ideal candidate should demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also using their own initiative. Previous experience working with young children, particularly those with special educational needs, is highly desirable, as is a genuine interest in supporting their development. Key qualities include being hardworking, enthusiastic, resilient and friendly.

About this company

Morice Town Primary Academy pride themselves on being a warm and friendly school that welcomes visitors and actively encourages a partnership with parents. We strive to provide a high quality creative and engaging education within a caring and happy environment where our children thrive. Morice Town believe that education is a lifelong process and that whatever children learn here with us will form the building blocks for the rest of their lives. With our partner school Drake Academy, we have designed a relevant and progressive curriculum ensuring that.

https://www.moricetownprimary.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

  • There may be the potential for employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, for the right candidate either within Morice Town Primary Academy or at other schools within Reach South Academy Trust.
  • The Trust operates10 other schools in Plymouth and opportunities are available for the right individual.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

PLYMOUTH ARGYLE FOOTBALL IN THE COMMUNITY TRUST

Tim Scott-Lloyd

tim.scott-lloyd@pafc.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000298075.

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Closes in 8 days (Friday 7 February at 11:59pm)

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