Teaching Assistant Apprentice Level 3
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Company: UNITED LEARNING TRUST
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Location: Irlam, M44 5ZR
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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-2000046159
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Application Deadline Date: 25/08/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday- Friday, 8am- 4pm. Term time only.
Brief Description
We are looking to appoint a new apprentice Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive and passionate SEND team at Irlam and Cadishead Academy. You will support, assist and supervise identified pupil/s with SEND under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo. As part of the role, you will work towards achieving your Level 3 TA apprenticeship.
Training to be Provided
- Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, delivered by United Apprenticeships
- The apprentice will complete training on the job, including remote CPD sessions (a minimum of 6.5 hours per week during normal working hours) and two national face to face conferences
Future Prospects
- You will be qualified as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant which could lead to a HLTA role, teacher training and full teaching role
Vacancy Detail
You will support the delivery of high-quality, adapted learning activities, working closely with teachers and the SENDCo to help pupils achieve their full potential.
Main duties will include:
- Supporting and supervising identified pupils, including those with SEND
- Encourage positive relationships and co-operative learning
- Promoting independence, resilience and confidence
- Recognising, celebrating and rewarding achievement
- Providing individual and small-group support to enable access to learning
- Supporting the implementation and review of Inclusion Plans
- Promoting the inclusion, participation and success of all pupils
- Maintaining high expectations for learning, behaviour and personal development
- Providing feedback to teachers on pupil progress and achievements
- Supporting pupils' social, emotional and well-being needs