Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship – St Mary's CE (VA) Primary School

At St Mary's CE (VA) Primary School, we are proud to be a small, welcoming and nurturing primary school with an attached Nursery, serving children aged 2 to 11 within the St Mary’s ward of Swanley. Our stable, supportive and experienced staff team, alongside a dedicated governing body, work hard to ensure that every child feels secure, valued and inspired to achieve their full potential. Visitors consistently praise our pupils’ behaviour, conduct and achievements, reflecting our strong ethos and commitment to excellence.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join our Reception team. This role is ideal for an individual who is passionate about supporting young children in the Early Years Foundation Stage, eager to develop their skills within a primary school setting, and motivated to contribute positively to children’s learning and wellbeing.

Apprenticeship Summary:

• Salary: £7.55 an hour


• Working Week: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm including a 1 hour break


• Hours: 35 hours per week


• Online apprenticeship training supported by our skilled tutors 


• Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification 


• Location:  St Mary's Road, Swanley, Face, BR87BU

The Role:

As a Teaching Assistant Apprentice, you will work under the direction of the class teacher to support teaching and learning within the Reception class. You will help deliver high-quality care and education, ensuring pupils’ physical, emotional, social and intellectual needs are met. You will assist with daily routines, classroom activities and behaviour management, while developing your own professional skills and knowledge within an Early Years setting.

Main Duties:

• Provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for children in Reception


• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive learning activities


• Assist with the implementation of the daily routine within the Reception class


• Support children’s early literacy, language and mathematical development


• Work with individual pupils and small groups as directed by the teacher


• Promote pupils’ social and emotional development and contribute to their overall wellbeing


• Contribute to positive behaviour management strategies


• Assist pupils with personal care, ensuring high standards of hygiene and cleanliness


• Help ensure children have correct letters and information in their bags for parents/carers


• Support the preparation, maintenance and refreshing of classroom displays


• Assist with classroom organisation, including tidying resources and cleaning equipment (e.g. paint pots, brushes, toys, tables and chairs)


• Undertake general administrative tasks such as filing and photocopying


• Attend relevant training and development sessions as required


• Comply with safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection policies


• Contribute positively to the overall ethos and aims of the school

The Candidate:

The ideal candidate will be professional, flexible and enthusiastic, with a genuine interest in working with young children. They will demonstrate a positive attitude, strong communication skills and a willingness to learn and develop within a school environment.

Skills and Experience:

• Committed to achieving a Level 3 qualification


• Good organisational, planning and record-keeping skills


• Ability to communicate effectively with children, colleagues and parents/carers


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Positive and proactive approach to problem solving


• Calm, patient and able to work under pressure


• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role


• Commitment to supporting the Christian ethos and values of the school


• Dedication to ongoing personal and professional development

Training and Development:

As an apprentice, you will receive support through both on-the-job learning and formal training as part of your apprenticeship programme. This will typically include:

• Study towards a relevant qualification, Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant Diploma.


• On-the-job training and mentoring from experienced professionals.


• Regular review meetings to track progress and development.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end? The successful candidate will obtain a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship? Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

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.

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