Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice

THE FAMILY OF LEARNING TRUST

Bradford (BD12 8SA)

Closes in 10 days (Friday 13 November 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 2 November 2026

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Summary

To provide practical support for teaching staff and deliver learning to pupils. To assist the class teachers to raise the standards by creating a stimulating learning environment based on the developmental needs of pupils.  Work as part of a school team whose main objective is to raise standards with high quality learning experiences.

Wage

£13,520 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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  • Salary to be increased in line with NMW after first 12 months (Age Dependent) 
Training course
Teaching assistant (level 3)
Hours
32.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm, with 30 minutes for lunch.

32 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 30 November 2026

Duration

1 year 6 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

  • Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the Headteacher, SENDCo and class teacher
  • Assist in the implementation of Individual Support Plans for students and help monitor their progress
  • Provide support for individual pupils inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities linked to the National Curriculum
  • To assist in the planning, organisation and reviewing of activities for pupils
  • Work with other professionals, such as speech therapists and occupational therapists, as necessary
  • Assist class teachers with maintaining learning journals to record pupil progress
  • To assist in welfare focussed duties as outlined by the Teacher and the Senior Leadership Team
  • Developing an understanding of the specific learning needs of the pupils considering the type of teaching and learning support involved
  • Undertaking teaching and learning activities with individuals, groups or whole classes of pupils to ensure their safety and facilitate the physical, emotional and educational development
  • Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom
  • Support pupils consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs
  • Using clearly structured teaching and learning activities that motivate and interest pupils and advance learning
  • Promoting and supporting the inclusion of all children including the implementation of Individual Educational Plans
  • Using behaviour management strategies, in line with the school’s policy, which contribute to a purposeful learning environment
  • Organise and manage safely the learning activities, the physical teaching space and resources for which the post holder has been given responsibility
  • Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance

Administrative duties

  • Assist the preparation of displays and teaching materials
  • Undertake other duties from time to time as the Teacher/ SLT require

Standards and quality assurance

  • Support the aims, ethos and continued development of the school
  • Set a good example in terms of punctuality and attendance
  • Attend team and staff meetings as required and contribute to the development of the school
  • Undertake professional duties that may be reasonably assigned by the Headteacher
  • Be proactive in matters relating to health and safety

Safeguarding

  • Have an awareness of safeguarding principals and continuously implement and follow Child Protection policies and procedures in place
  • To be responsible with the teachers for the care, welfare and supervision of pupils attending the setting
  • Use an appropriately developed sense of empathy and effective communication skills

Other duties and responsibilities

  • To work as part of a team to establish positive links with parents in order to develop a co-operative working relationship
  • To assist the class teacher in keeping up to date records relating to pupil progress
  • To attend relevant in-service training
  • To work within the framework of the school’s policies

Where you'll work

Shirley Manor Primary Academy
Methuen Oval
Bradford
BD12 8SA

Training

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

Training provider

BRADFORD COLLEGE

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.

Training schedule

  • All college work to be delivered in the workplace
  • Work uploaded to our online CRM - Aptem 
  • Assessor visit every 6-8 weeks in the workplace

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4 or C)
  • Maths (grade 4 or C)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Team working
  • GDPR Awareness
  • Punctual
  • Proactive
  • Confident
  • Eager to Learn

Other requirements

  • Passing an Enhanced DBS Check will be required before employment commences
  • Somebody who is keen to work with children

About this employer

The Family of Learning Trust is a small Trust serving Calderdale and the adjoining areas. The Trust is committed to a local approach, unlike some other large academy chains. It believes in “local solutions for local people”, with school improvement work being focused on a true understanding of the local communities the schools’ serve.

The Trust has developed strong networks and partnerships with many other organisations; we have a large and experienced senior team with many areas of expertise including SEND, Teaching and Learning, Curriculum, HR, Inclusion and Finance. We have the capacity and expertise to make a significant impact on improving opportunities for pupils through raising attainment and improving the teaching and learning experiences in other schools.

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

Company benefits

  • Term time only 

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

There are many Teaching Assistant roles available, both across the Family of Learning Trust and in other schools around Calderdale, Bradford and Kirklees.  This role will provide a solid grounding in the principles of being an effective Teaching Assistant.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BRADFORD COLLEGE

Nathan

N.Roebuck@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000061679.

Apply now

Closes in 10 days (Friday 13 November 2026 at 11:59pm)