Assistant Teacher Support Apprenticeship
ISLE EDUCATION TRUST
Epworth (DN9 1DL)
Closes in 21 days (Saturday 10 October 2026)
Posted on 18 September 2026
Contents
Summary
Support a child in class and 1 to 1, helping them access learning and make progress. Build a strong, positive relationship while providing consistent academic, pastoral and behavioural support. Work closely with teachers and SEN staff, encourage independence, support social development, and promote inclusion.
- Wage
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£13,520 to £21,479.90, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
- Training course
- Teaching assistant (level 3)
- Hours
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TBC during interview stage
32 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 December 2026
- Duration
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1 year
- Positions available
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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
Overall Purpose:
To assist in promoting the learning and personal development of the pupil to whom you are assigned, to enable him/her to make best use of the educational opportunities available to them.
You will support a child that requires support both in class and 1:1.
Due to the nature of the child's needs, it is essential that you can build a strong rapport with them and offer them continued and consistent support. You will be required to offer pastoral support and care to the child whenever necessary. Therefore, we are looking for someone who can act as a strong role model, who is consistent, resilient and confident.
Job Description:
- To aid the pupil to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and on his/her own by, for example: Clarifying and explaining instructions
- Ensuring the pupil is able to use equipment and materials provided Motivating and encouraging the pupil as required by providing levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning tasks as appropriate to pupils’ needs
- Assisting in weaker areas, e.g. speech and language, reading, spelling, numeracy, handwriting/presentation etc Using praise, commentary and assistance to encourage the pupil to concentrate and stay on task
- Liaising with class teacher, SENCO and other professionals about individual education plans (IEPs), contributing to the planning and delivery as appropriate
- Providing additional nurture when requested by the class teacher or SENCO
- Consistently and effectively implementing agreed behaviour management strategies
- Helping to make appropriate resources to support the pupil
- To establish supportive relationships with the pupil concerned
- To promote the acceptance and inclusion of the pupil with SEN, encouraging pupils to interact with each other in an appropriate and acceptable manner
- Monitor the pupil’s response to the learning activities and, where appropriate, modify or adapt the activities as agreed with the teacher to achieve the intended learning outcomes
- To give positive encouragement, feedback and praise to reinforce and sustain the pupil’s efforts and develop self-reliance and self-esteem
- To mark pupils’ work under the direction of the class teacher
- To support the pupil in developing social skills both in and out of the classroom
- To support the use of ICT in learning activities and with specific programmes to support learning
- To provide regular feedback on the pupil’s learning and behaviour to the teacher/SENCO, including feedback on the effectiveness of the behaviour strategies adopted
- Under the direction of the teacher, carry out and report on systematic observations of pupils to gather evidence of their knowledge, understanding and skills upon which the teacher makes judgements about their stage of development
- Where appropriate, to know and apply positive handling techniques To know and apply school policies on Child Protection, Health and Safety, Behaviour, Teaching and Learning
Equal Opportunities etc. - Where appropriate to develop a relationship to foster links between home and school, and to keep the school informed of relevant information
- To be aware of confidential issues linked to home/pupil/teacher/school
- To contribute towards reviews of the pupil’s progress as appropriate
- To comply with legal and organisational requirements for maintaining the health, safety and security of yourself and others in the learning environment
- To take part in training activities offered by the school to further knowledge and skills of working with a child with specific learning difficulties
- o be willing to support playground/break time supervision e.g. educational games, homework clubs etc.
Where you'll work
Epworth Primary Academy
Birchfield Road
Epworth
DN9 1DL
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
SCL EDUCATION & TRAINING LIMITED
Training course
Teaching assistant (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
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.
Training schedule
The apprentice will receive full on-the-job training, Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard. and a full wrap around service from SCL.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- Maths (grade 4)
- English (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Organisation skills
- Communication skills
- Team working
Other requirements
All Academy Staff Should: Work with all students ensuring equality of opportunity for all. Take responsibility for Safety and Welfare of all students, raising any concerns following the Academy protocols and procedures. Work proactively and effectively in partnership with all stakeholders. Carry out a share of statutory supervisory duties. Treat students with dignity and build relationships rooted in mutual respect and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to the professional position. Participate in CPD relevant to the role. Accompany teaching staff and students on visits, trips and out of school activities as required· Demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy including the correct use of spoken English and numeracy. Participate in arrangements for examinations and assessments. Take an active role in promoting good behaviour in and around the Academy. Ensure that students adhere to the uniform code and apply sanctions when this code is breached. Develop an academy learner mind-set – the attitudes, skills and learning habits needed to become an inspired, confident and independent learner. Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently and effectively the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of students. Work as a team member and identify opportunities for working with colleagues and sharing the development of effective practice with them. Regularly review the impact of their work and its impact on students’ progress, attainment and well-being, refining approaches where necessary and responding to advice and feedback from colleagues Proactively participate with arrangements made in accordance with the Appraisal Policy Have professional regard for the practice, ethos and policies of the Academy and maintain high standards in your own attendance and punctuality. Operate at all times within the stated policies and practices of the Academy Contribute positively and effectively to the whole Academy ethos Cooperate with other staff members to ensure a sharing and effective use of resources to the benefit of the Academy, individual departments and students Attend and participate in appropriate calendared meetings Take responsibility for own professional development and duties in relation to Academy policies and practices Liaise effectively with staff, students, parents and governors Ensure compliance with Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and all other policies related to health and safety, and to ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act 1988. Ensure compliance with data protection laws and safeguarding procedures. Carry out any other duties as directed by the Principal as may from time to time be agreed in accordance with the nature of the job described above This is not an exhaustive list of tasks and job descriptions will be continually reviewed and changed according to the needs of the Academy and Trust. Post holders will be expected to be flexible in undertaking duties and responsibilities attached to their post and may be asked to perform duties, which reasonably correspond to the general character of the post and are commensurate with its level of responsibility. This job description is provided for guidance only and does not for part of the contract of employment. Please note that Epworth Primary Academy is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of their students. The successful candidate must be able to satisfy an enhanced DBS check prior to employment within the Academy together with receipt, by the Academy, of two satisfactory references plus medical clearance.
About this employer
Isle Education Trust is a successful and growing multi-academy trust committed to providing high-quality education and opportunities for all pupils. With a strong focus on achievement, inclusion and personal development, the Trust supports both students and staff to thrive within a positive, collaborative learning environment.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
The apprentice will be able to move onto the next stage.
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The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SCL EDUCATION & TRAINING LIMITED
Jo Gray
jo.gray@wearescl.co.uk
07586 195152
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000054296.
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Closes in 21 days (Saturday 10 October 2026)
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