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Apprentice Teaching Assistant

One Academy Trust (Arnbrook Primary School)

We are looking for two level 3 apprentice TAs. One will be working 1:1 with a child in year 1 (September 26) and one in KS2 (class TBC). Year 1 will include working with a child with medical needs, as well as undertaking paediatric first aid training. KS2 will again be working 1:1 with children on the SEND register.

Apprenticeship Summary

Wage

£13,520 a year

Working week

Monday - Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm. 30-minutes lunch break.

Expected duration

1 Year 6 Months

Possible start date

01-09-2026

Date posted

02-06-2026

Apprenticeship level

Advanced

Reference number

2000034655

Positions

2

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Be passionate and committed to improving the life chances of our pupils and making a positive difference
  • Be a positive role model, who can inspire and motivate
  • Have experience of planning for and working with children with a broad range of Special Educational and Disability Needs and can demonstrate their impact
  • Support and champion the school’s ethos and values
  • Be a team player who is positive and flexible
  • Be able to work closely with parents to ensure smooth hand over at the beginning and end of each day if required
  • Be willing to make a wider contribution to the life of the school
  • Work alongside the class teacher and SENDCo to plan for and adapt lessons and resources to suit the individual learning needs of the children being supported
  • Provide a high level of support to children, catering for their individual needs

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Teaching Assistant Level 3.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Further training around TA specialisms if required. Some TAs have gone on to teacher train also, which is something school would consider.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Ability to use own initiative Strong communication skills Build effective relationships Work well in a team Organised and able to plan Good literacy and numeracy Commit to development Positive and confident Maintain confidentiality Use discretion Calm and supportive manner Flexible approach

Qualifications

GCSE English (Grade C/4 or above or equivalent) Essential

GCSE Maths (Grade C/4 or above or equivalent) Essential

Things to consider

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. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply, please submit your application as early as possible.

About the employer

We are a one form entry primary school (3-11), with a nursery in Bestwood, Arnold. We currently sit at a rate of around 50% of our children class as disadvantaged and the area itself if within the bottom 10% on the deprivation index. Class sizes range from 22-37 with a year 3-4 mix class being the biggest in school.

In our school we respect, enjoy, inspire and achieve as we learn happily and succeed together!


Our Mission:

We are committed to fostering respect, encouraging every child to feel safe, supported, and heard. Through a love of learning, we help pupils achieve their best while enjoying each step of their journey. We aim to inspire lifelong learners who are ready to contribute positively to the world around them.

All our work in school is underpinned by the following four values.

Respect
At Arnbrook, we aim to foster a sense of social responsibility in all our pupils and help them develop into outstanding citizens and to ensure they are well prepared for life in modern Britain. We aim to promote an awareness of wider global issues through our curriculum and links made with local and global communities.

Enjoy
At Arnbrook, we believe in instilling a sense of belief in all pupils that they can succeed; raising aspirations and developing a love of learning. We have a warm, tidy and positive environment in which children are eager to learn and children are proud of their school.

Achieve
At Arnbrook, we believe in providing opportunities for the best possible achievement of all children in a climate of high expectation. We want to equip all children with the knowledge, skills and understanding to succeed now and in the future.

Inspire
We want all children to be inspired by their experiences at Arnbrook; inspired to learn and grow even more, inspired to make a positive contribution to the local and wider community now and in their adult lives.

 

Employer

One Academy Trust (Arnbrook Primary School)

https://www.arnbrookprimary.net/

Address

Arnbrook Primary School
Bestwood Lodge Drive
Arnold

Training

Training provider

DCG

Contact

DCG

Apprenticeship Advanced

Teaching assistant (level 3)