Apprenticeship Vacancy Details
The successful candidate would work in school and attend college to undertake the required qualification. They would work as a member of staff to help support all pupils in our school access the full curriculum. They would work with individual pupils, groups of pupils and in the classroom under the supervision of a class teacher.
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Closing Date: 18-12-2025
Apprenticeship Summary
Wage
£14,526.20 a year
Working week
Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm with 30 minutes for lunch Term time only
Expected duration
1 Year 6 Months
Possible start date
05-01-2026
Date posted
08-12-2025
Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Reference number
2000004353
Positions
1
What will the apprentice be doing?
· Supporting pupils in school with individual needs.
· Supporting all pupils and working in a team.
· Help create a nurturing and supportive school to all pupils.
· Assist with lunch and break times.
· To work with a Class teacher and Senior Leadership team to review provision for pupils and support the implementation of our school curriculum and individual support plans.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Qualified Teaching Assistant
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Communication skills IT skills Attention to detail Organisation skills Problem solving skills Number skills Logical Team working Creative Initiative Non judgemental Patience Flexible Build positive relationships Basic understanding of SEN Caring Follow policies and procedures Professional Nurturing
Qualifications
GCSE English (Grade 4/C or above or equivalent) Essential
GCSE Maths (Grade C/4 or above or equivalent) Essential
Things to consider
This will involve playground duties. It may sometimes involve attending events outside of the working hours to contribute to the wider ethos of the school eg. Summer Fair, Christmas Fair.
DBS check will be required and pre employment checks.
About the employer
Derwent Primary School is part of One Academy Trust. We are a Primary school with 300 pupils age 3-11 years old, close to Derby City Centre in a single storey building.
Employer
ONE ACADEMY TRUST
https://www.derwentprimary.net/
Address
Derwent Primary School
St Marks Rd
Derby
Training
Training provider
DCG
Contact
DCG
Apprenticeship Advanced
Teaching assistant (level 3)
