Westwood College Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship
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Company: Westwood College
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Location: England And Wales, ST13 8NP
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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-2000041327
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Application Deadline Date: 31/08/2026
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Start Date: 31/10/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: 37 hours per week Monday- Friday 8.30am- 4.30pm with half an hour lunch
Brief Description
The Teaching Assistant Apprentice role is an 18-month fixed-term based at Westwood College. It is designed for someone wanting to start a career in education while gaining a recognised qualification. The apprentice will work alongside experienced teaching staff, supporting students in lessons and creating positive and inclusive learning.
Training to be Provided
The apprentice will receive workplace training through:
- Daily mentoring and supervision from experienced teaching staff
- Participation in training and learning activities
- Professional development opportunities
- Training in behaviour management strategies
- Learning safeguarding, child protection, health and safety procedures
- Developing communication, teamwork and organisational skills
- Experience supporting pupils with different learning and welfare needs
- Gaining practical experience in classroom management, administration and curriculum support
- Training is delivered through a combination of on-the-job learning at Westwood College and apprenticeship study
Future Prospects
- Potential progression on to permanent position
Vacancy Detail
Classroom Support:
- Support teaching and learning across a range of subjects
- Work with individual pupils and small groups
- Help deliver engaging lessons
- Support pupils with additional needs
- Assist with classroom preparation and organisation
- Help manage pupil behaviour in line with school policies
Supporting Pupils:
- Assist with pupils' personal care, welfare and first aid needs
- Supervise pupils safely during school activities
- Accompany educational visits and trips
- Encourage participation and engagement in learning activities
Supporting Teachers:
- Prepare classrooms and learning resources
- Maintain displays and learning materials
- Undertake routine administrative tasks and record keeping
- Report concerns regarding pupil progress or behaviour
- Liaise appropriately with parents on general pupil matters
Curriculum Support:
- Help pupils understand learning activities
- Prepare and maintain equipment and resources
- Attend training sessions to develop classroom support skills, including behaviour management strategies