Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Friezland Primary School – Find an apprenticeship

Summary

To work under the guidance of designated teaching/senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision, to implement agreed work programmes with individuals/groups, in or out of the classroom. The primary focus will be to supervise and provide support for pupils, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities.

Wage

£12,563.20 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Teaching assistant (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 3:20pm, 31.68 hrs per week, Term-time only.

31 hours 41 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

1 year 4 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

To understand the importance of inclusion, equality and diversity, both when working with pupils and with colleagues, and to promote equal opportunities for all.
To uphold and promote the values and the ethos of the school.
To implement and uphold the policies, procedures and codes of practice of the School, including relating to customer care, finance, data protection, ICT, health & safety, anti-bullying and safeguarding/child protection.
To take a pro-active approach to health and safety, working with others in the school to minimise and mitigate potential hazards and risks, and actively contribute to the security of the school, e.g. challenging a stranger on the premises.
To participate and engage with workplace learning and development opportunities to continually improve own performance and that of the team/school.
To attend and participate in relevant meetings as appropriate.
To undertake any other additional duties commensurate with the grade of the post.

Please see full list of responsibilities here: Friezland Primary School JD & PS.pdf

Where you'll work

Church Road
Greenfield
Oldham
OL3 7LQ

Training

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

College or training organisation

LET ME PLAY LIMITED

Your training course

Teaching assistant (level 3)

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What you'll learn

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

You will work towards your Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification across a total duration of 16 months!
Training provider: LMP Group: https://lmp-group.co.uk/
All online/remote learning, no classroom or college day release
An allocated tutor will support you throughout the apprenticeship!

More training information

During this teaching assistant apprenticeship you will promote self-belief, social inclusion and high self-esteem which will play an integral part to pupils’ wellbeing. You will become an essential part in the learning environment for the classroom teacher and pupils. Working to ensure pupils thrive in a positive, nurturing and safe environment. It is an active role supporting the learner to access the curriculum and expand their knowledge. TAs play a crucial role in supporting teachers and pupils. Your work can have a significant impact on the children's learning experiences, helping them to succeed academically and personally.

Milestone 1. Keeping children safe in Education – (KCSIE Policy, child protection, safeguarding awareness, serious case reviews, health, safety and wellbeing legislation)
Milestone 2. Professional Standards and Personal Accountability – (Relationships and Role Modelling, CPD and Personal development)
Milestone 3. Child Development and Behaviours – (Child Development Practitioners, stages of development, Behaviour Management).
Milestone 4. Curriculum and Technology – (School ICT Systems, using technology, National Curriculum key Stages)
Milestone 5. Learning and Assessment Strategies – (Assessment procedures, feedback techniques, SEND Strategies and partnership working)
Milestone 6. Prep for End Point Assessment

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (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
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Other requirements

(Permitting you’re eligible for the role) Please expect to receive contact from our LMP Education Recruitment team, to discuss your application further. Additionally, please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, DBS checks and references will be obtained as part of your enrolment.

About this company

Friezland Primary School is a small, friendly, and inclusive school located in the heart of Greenfield, SaddlewortH. We are proud of our close-knit community, where every child is known, valued, and supported to achieve their full potential. With a strong focus on nurturing the whole child, we provide a high-quality, creative curriculum and promote a love of learning in a caring and respectful environment. Our dedicated team works closely with families to ensure all pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

After this apprenticeship

Future opportunities for progression.

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