Apprenticeship Vacancy Details
Apprentice SEN Teaching Assistant - Carlyle Infant & Nursery Academy
THE HARMONY TRUST LTD
You will work as part of a professional Teaching Assistant Team in our Academy. The Harmony Trust is a multi-academy and school led organisation based in Oldham, Tameside and Derby. You will be based at Carlyle Infant & Nursery Academy in Derby. The Trust was set up in February 2014 with its core aim being to raise attainment in local schools.
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Closing Date: 11-08-2025
Apprenticeship Summary
Wage
£13,741 a year
Working week
Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed. 30 minutes lunch break.
Expected duration
1 Year 6 Months
Possible start date
01-09-2025
Date posted
24-07-2025
Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Reference number
1000333663
Positions
1
What will the apprentice be doing?
- Establish rapport and respectful, trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs
- Assist and support pupils, including those with special needs, in respect of personal, local and national learning strategies across the curriculum, as directed by the teacher
- Ensure all pupils are safe and have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
- The role may include supporting pupil’s personal programmes, relating to social, health, physical, hygiene, and welfare matters The pupil may also need assistance to access different areas of the school
- Following appropriate training and in line with school procedures, to administer basic first aid and/or medication as required
- Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils by encouraging them to interact with each other and to engage in activities led by the teacher
- Promote self-esteem and encourage pupils to act independently as appropriate
- Provide feedback on pupils’ personal needs as appropriate
- Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate. Support pupils to understand instructions
- Gather, report information from/to parents/carers as directed
- Be aware of pupil problems/progress/achievements and report to the teacher as agreed
- Undertake basic pupil record keeping as requested
- Prepare classroom as directed for lessons and clear-up afterwards
- Assist with the display of pupils’ work
- Prepare and maintain equipment/resources as directed by the teacher and assist pupils in their use
- Provide routine clerical support for teachers, e.g. photocopying, filing, collecting money, checking deliveries and placing goods in stock and maintaining records of stock
- To understand the importance of inclusion, equality and diversity, both when working with pupils and with colleagues, and to promote equal opportunities for all
- To uphold and promote the values and the ethos of the school.
- To implement and uphold the policies, procedures and codes of practice of the School, including relating to customer care, finance, data protection, ICT, health & safety, anti-bullying and safeguarding/child protection
- To take a pro-active approach to health and safety, working with others in the school to minimise and mitigate potential hazards and risks, and actively contribute to the security of the school, e.g. challenging a stranger on the premises
- To participate and engage with workplace learning and development opportunities to continually improve own performance and that of the team/school, subject to the school training plan
- To attend and participate in relevant meetings as appropriate
- To undertake any other additional duties commensurate with the grade of the post
To work as part of a professional Teaching Assistant Team in our Academy which includes:
- Being responsible for supporting child initiated and adult led activities based around the needs and interests of each individual child
- Supporting the observation and assessment of the children
- Working as part of a team to ensure each child feels safe and secure
- Working in partnership with colleagues, parents and/or carers or other professionals
- Having a duty of care and following relevant safeguarding procedures
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
- Teaching Assistant
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Communication skills IT skills Attention to detail Problem solving skills Number skills Team working Creative Initiative Non judgemental Patience Good literacy skills Able to work flexibly Self evaluation skills Able to learn from others Self improvement skills Passion and commitment Highly motivated Highly enthusiastic
Qualifications
GCSE English (Grade 4/C or above or equivalent) Essential
GCSE Maths (Grade 4/C or above or equivalent) Essential
Things to consider
• Willingness to undertake training in relevant learning strategies. • You will be expected to be flexible with the working hours to ensure ratios are maintained. During the year you will be expected to participate in additional events outside of normal working hours, for example, parent’s evenings and open days. • There is a degree of lifting and carrying that you will need to be able to carry out. • This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. • You will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS. If we are interested in taking your application further, you will receive an email from a derby college email address (@derby-college.ac.uk). Please make sure that you check your inbox as well as your spam/junk folders, so you do not miss out on the opportunity to apply.
About the employer
Our core aim is to provide the best possible education for our children. We want the academy to make a real difference to the lives of pupils and parents. We believe that The Harmony Trust will be a place where every child believes, achieves and succeeds. Developing well-being and self-esteem is at our core alongside raising attainment and achievement. We aim to prepare our learners for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of life through a balanced high-quality education in a caring and stimulating environment, where our school community is learning and achieving together. We have academies in Derby and the Northwest and have approximately 780 staff.
Employer
THE HARMONY TRUST LTD
https://www.theharmonytrust.org/
Address
Carlyle Infant Nursery Academy
35 Carlisle Avenue
Derby
Training
Training provider
DCG
Contact
DCG
Apprenticeship Advanced
Teaching assistant (level 3)