Level 3 PE Teaching Assistant Apprentice - Franciscan primary school – Find an apprenticeship

Summary

Working in a school as a PE Teaching Assistant Apprentice your role will involve supporting the class teacher during lessons, assisting the teacher in maintaining a purposeful, supportive learning environment and assist with the delivery of extra curriculum/lunchtime activities. Within this apprenticeship there will be additional training in PE.

Wage

£11,778 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Uplifts for relevant experience will be discussed at interview

Training course

Teaching assistant (level 3)

Hours

Monday- Friday. Working hours to be confirmed. Wage to be discussed at interview.

30 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 2 September 2025

Duration

1 year 2 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Supporting teachers and students during practical work, to include setting up demonstrations and equipment, providing guidance to pupils in the development of their tasks, including the safe operation and demonstration of equipment
To assist with overseeing the work of small groups of students engaged in practical tasks, as requested by the PE coordinator/lead and under the supervision of the classroom teacher
Day-to-day support of lessons including preparing equipment, materials and teaching aids
To support with efficient organisation of the work and storage areas and to ensure the cleanliness, safety and security of these areas at all times
To assist with the delivery of extra curriculum/lunchtime activities
Supporting with classroom activities in the morning

Where appropriate for the above activities support staff with:

Preparation of equipment, materials and rooms: setting out of equipment, organising team kits and transport for fixtures and curriculum activities
Working as a team member within your school and gaining invaluable experience

Where you’ll work

221 Franciscan Road
London
SW17 8HQ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

SPORTING FUTURES TRAINING (UK) LTD

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

Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Apprenticeship Standard (A level)
Depending on area, you will be assigned a tutor and training will be blended - involving both virtual and face-to-face
Training will be weekly and, off-the-job training hours will be logged
You will be working with an E-portfolio (BUD System) and alongside your tutor you will be assigned a mentor from within your workplace
Following a successful Gateway meeting you will move forward for an End Point Assessment - Upon successful completion of the EPA you will achieve a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship
Functional skills if required
Your tutor will visit for observations in the workplace

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths - English (grade 4)

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
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Team working
Creative
Initiative

Other requirements

The role will be a position that allows the applicant to work with colleagues within a professional setting.

About this company

Welcome to Franciscan Primary School, where every child is valued, every day is an adventure, and together, we achieve excellence. We believe in creating a safe, inclusive environment where our learners feel valued, confident, and empowered to achieve their best. As highlighted in our recent Ofsted report, our school is a "happy" place where “pupils enjoy coming to school” and are taught “to be assertive and articulate right from the start in the early years.” We provide a curriculum that is as diverse as our community, preparing our children for life in modern Britain, and enriched with unique opportunities that bring learning to life. Franciscan Primary is nestled in a beautiful Grade II listed building, established in 1907, right in the heart of the London Borough of Wandsworth. We cater to children aged 2-11 years and are proud of our deep roots in the community. Our beautiful grounds offer ample space for purposeful play, high-quality sports, and outdoor learning. At Franciscan, we pride ourselves on developing the whole child, preparing them for the next stage of their learning and life in the 21st century. Our enriched curriculum goes beyond the classroom, with enriching school trips, residentials, visiting speakers, and a range of extracurricular clubs. We want every child to have access to a rich and varied range of opportunities that promote their academic achievement, well-being, and character development. We are also committed to offering multiple sports fixtures and festivals throughout the year, promoting teamwork, confidence, and a healthy competitive spirit. Our goal is to create an environment where every child feels they belong, is motivated to learn, and is ready to take on the challenges of the future. I warmly invite you to come and see for yourself what makes Franciscan Primary School such a special place. We encourage prospective families, members of the community, and friends of the school to visit us and experience our nurturing environment, our engaging curriculum, and the joy of our pupils. I hope you enjoy exploring our website, which offers a glimpse into the exciting learning experiences we provide at Franciscan. Together, we will continue to build on our rich heritage and strive for excellence, ensuring that every child feels they belong and is given the opportunity to achieve their very best. Welcome to Franciscan Primary School – where we achieve excellence together.

https://www.franciscan.wandsworth.sch.uk/Our-School/Head-s-Welcome/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Level 4 Sports coach in a school setting
Higher education pathway
Teaching assistant
Pathway into teaching

Working in a sector that involves, initiative, leadership, communication, developing positive relationships.

Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SPORTING FUTURES TRAINING (UK) LTD

Adam Baker

vacancies@esfapprenticeships.co.uk

01438 791068

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000309940.

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Closes on Thursday 15 May 2025

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Company’s application instructions

Please visit: www.esfapprenticeships.co.uk Download application form and send it through to vacancies@esfapprenticeships.co.uk Educational and Sporting Futures Training - 01438 791068/ 07901 603292

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Level 3 PE Teaching Assistant Apprentice - Franciscan primary school

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