Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - St Helen’s Primary School
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Company: INSPIRE ATA LIMITED
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Location: Hertfordshire, AL4 8AN
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Education and early years
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Ref: NAS-2000037712
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Application Deadline Date: 29/06/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: 08.45 - 15.20 (30 minutes lunch break). Days to be confirmed.
Brief Description
We are seeking a caring, patient and dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a child with additional needs. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SENCo to ensure the child can access the curriculum, communicate effectively, and feel safe, supported and included within the school environment.
Future Prospects
- Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Vacancy Detail
- As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience
- You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff
- Provide individualised 1:1 support to a non-verbal pupil throughout the school day Support the pupil’s communication needs
- Assist in implementing personalised learning plans and Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets
- Promote the child’s engagement, independence and social interaction within the classroom and during unstructured times (e.g. break and lunch)
- Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCo, external professionals and parents/carers to support the pupil’s progress
- Help manage and support sensory and behavioural needs using agreed strategies
- Adapt learning materials and activities to ensure they are accessible and meaningful Support with personal care, where required (training will be provided)
- Record and report on the pupil’s progress, behaviour and wellbeing
- Ensure a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment at all times
- Knowledge of communication strategies such as Makaton, PECS, or AAC
Other Information
Pre-employment checks:
- Please be aware that the successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check with child and adult barred list checks
- The school will also complete all relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education