Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at Big Creative Academy
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Company: INSPIRE ATA LIMITED
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Location: London, E17 6HL
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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-2000038610
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Application Deadline Date: 30/06/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 9.00am - 5.00pm. Wednesday and Friday, 9.00am - 2.00pm.
Brief Description
** Please note this is a September start**
Become a Teaching Assistant Apprentice at Big Creative Academy, play a key role in supporting students with SEN and Education, Health & Care Plans. You’ll provide tailored 1:1 and small group support, promote independence, monitor progress, and champion inclusion across the Academy.
Training to be Provided
- The successful candidate will obtain a Level 3 SEND Pathway Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification
Future Prospects
- Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Vacancy Detail
At BCA, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and developmental environment with a forward-thinking approach to education. We are committed to innovation, creativity, and ensuring every member of our community can thrive.
By joining us, you’ll be part of a successful organisation that values work-life balance, offers flexible working opportunities, and fosters a positive and purposeful working culture.
We are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work closely with our Special Educational Needs Coordinator and Inclusion Manager.
In this role, you will provide essential support to students with Education, Health and Care Plans, enabling them to access learning, develop independence, and achieve their full potential. Support may take place within the classroom or in small group/1:1 settings, always under the guidance of teaching staff.
Duties will include:
- Work under the direction of the SENCo to deliver tailored support and care programmes, ensuring students can fully engage in learning
- Encourage independence and inclusion, supporting students across all aspects of Academy life
- Provide targeted support on a 1:1 basis or in small groups to help students build confidence and understanding of the curriculum
- Monitor attendance, progress, and outcomes for students with EHCPs, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records
- Prepare and collate information to support assessments, reviews, and inspections
Specific vacancy requirements:
- Experience working with young people between 16 and 23
- Experience working with young people with additional needs
- An interest in creative arts and sports
- Actively promote equality and anti-racism at all times
- Understand and appreciate the Academy's values and ethos
- To comply with and promote the Academy’s safeguarding policies
- GCSE Grade C/4 or above in maths and English or equivalent.
- Experience of using Microsoft Office Suite
- Have experience of working with students who have a range of Special Educational Needs (such as Autism, ADHD, Mental health issues)
- Some understanding of the SEND Code of Practice 2014.
- Experience of using student databases
Other Information
- Pre-employment checks
- Please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, the company completes digitalised right-to-work checks and DBS applications via an external provider - 'Matrix Screening'
- The company also completes an internal online social media search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance