Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice - Benjamin Adlard Primary School

  • Company: Benjamin Adlard Primary School
  • Location: Gainsborough, DN21 1DB
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Education and early years
  • Ref: NAS-2000037417
  • Application Deadline Date: 01/08/2026
  • Start Date: 02/09/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am - 3:30pm. Term time only.

Brief Description

The Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship with Best Practice Network is designed for those who want to start or develop a career supporting children in schools. The programme combines paid work in a school with structured training, allowing apprentices to gain real classroom experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

Training to be Provided

Throughout the apprenticeship, you’ll receive support from your school and tutor, helping you develop the skills, knowledge, and experience needed for a future career in education.

Future Prospects

This Level 3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship offers excellent progression opportunities, including roles such as Senior Teaching Assistant, Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), or specialist SEN support. It can also provide a pathway into further study and teacher training for candidates wishing to become qualified teachers in the future.

Vacancy Detail


  • Support pupils during lessons, individually or in small groups

  • Help children with their learning, including reading, writing, and maths activities

  • Assist pupils with additional needs, following guidance from the teacher or SEN team

  • Prepare classroom resources and help set up learning activities

  • Support behaviour and encourage positive learning attitudes

  • Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

  • Supervise pupils during activities, break times, or school events when required

  • Observe and learn from experienced staff to build confidence and skills

  • Complete apprenticeship coursework and training as part of your role

  • Work closely with teachers and other school staff to support pupils’ progress

Other Information


  • Communication skills

  • Customer care skills

  • Problem solving skills

  • Team working

  • Initiative

  • Non judgemental

  • Patience


Other requirements


Applicants must:



  • Be fully committed to completing the apprenticeship programme

  • Be willing and able to support children with additional needs in school

  • Be prepared to pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

  • Be reliable, punctual, and able to work term time only

  • Be happy to combine work with coursework and training requirements as part of the apprenticeship

Ready to start your adventure?