Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship (SEND) - Oatlands Infant School
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Company: INSPIRE ATA LIMITED
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Location: Harrogate, HG2 8BT
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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-2000018570
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Application Deadline Date: 30/03/2026
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Start Date: 10/04/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday, 8.50am - 3.20pm - 30 minute lunch break.
Brief Description
We are an innovative, inclusive Infant School just outside central Harrogate, North Yorkshire. We provide experience-led education for 270 pupils in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2, before transition to the local Junior School, and are part of the Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust.
Training to be Provided
- Qualification: Level 3 Teaching Assistant (SEND) Apprenticeship Standard
- Functional Skills Level 2 in English and maths will be provided for those without GCSE Grade 4/C (or equivalent) if required
- All learning delivered online/remotely alongside the role
Future Prospects
- Possible full-time employment for the right candidate
Vacancy Detail
- Work 1:1 with pupils in Reception, Year 1 and/or Year 2 to support learning and development
- Assist pupils with classroom activities, tasks and routines under the guidance of the class teacher
- Support children’s social, emotional and behavioural development in a nurturing and inclusive environment
- Help pupils to engage positively with learning and build confidence and independence
- Adapt support strategies to meet individual pupil needs
- Communicate effectively with children, parents/carers and school staff
- Work closely with class teachers and other professionals to ensure consistent support
- Contribute to a safe, supportive and well-organised learning environment
- Take part in training and professional development provided by the school
- Follow school policies, safeguarding procedures and confidentiality requirements
- Demonstrate enthusiasm, empathy, resilience and a willingness to learn within an educational setting
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.