Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Uplands Junior L.E.A.D Academy

  • Company: Uplands Junior L.E.A.D Academy
  • Location: Leicestershire, LE2 0DR
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Education and early years
  • Ref: NAS-2000029756
  • Application Deadline Date: 30/05/2026
  • Start Date: 01/08/2026
  • Positions Available: 2
  • Working Week: Monday to Friday, 8.20am to 3.30pm (4.30pm finish on Wednesdays), term-time only.

Brief Description

The successful apprentice will support teaching and learning by leading small intervention groups, assisting on school trips, supervising playground activities, and working toward a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.

Future Prospects


  • Future opportunities for progression 

Vacancy Detail


  • Work collaboratively with teachers, leaders, HLTAs, and teaching assistants under the direction of the Headteacher

  • Foster pupil participation in both social and academic activities by recognizing individual needs, implementing appropriate responses, and encouraging independence

  • Deliver and review learning activities for individuals, groups, or whole classes, ensuring alignment with best practices and national guidelines

  • Support pupils’ development through effective strategies, modifying resources as needed, and contributing to planning and evaluation of teaching and learning activities

  • Promote positive behaviour by implementing a fair and consistent behaviour management strategy and reinforcing positive actions

  • Provide literacy and numeracy support to enable access to the wider curriculum, while monitoring progress and addressing challenges

  • Safeguard pupil welfare by recognizing signs of abuse, following procedures, and addressing concerns sensitively and appropriately

  • Build positive relationships with pupils, supporting their emotional, social, and behavioural needs, including transitions and personal care

  • Assist pupils with English as an additional language and adapt strategies to support their progress

Other Information

(Permitting you’re eligible for the role) Please expect to receive contact from our LMP Education Recruitment team, to discuss your application further. Additionally, please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, DBS checks and references will be obtained as part of your enrolment.

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