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Summary

Teaching Assistants work in Primary, Secondary, Special schools and further education institutions. Teaching Assistants work across all age ranges, supporting all learners. The primary role of the Teaching Assistant is to support the class teacher to enhance learner’s progress and development, either in groups or individually. Teaching Assistants ensure that learners understand their work, know their learning objectives and display positive learning behaviours in order to make progress. Teaching Assistants may support learners with special educational needs and disabilities, including learners with social, emotional and health vulnerabilities. They will work in partnership with teachers and other professionals, as well as learners’ parents and carers. Teaching Assistants will support the development of a safe and stimulating learning environment and act within the framework of national legislation regarding safeguarding.

Maths & English

This apprenticeship requires learners to achieve maths and English at Level 2. At interview, we will carry out an assessment to determine current literacy and numeracy levels. We will take account of any support needs in determining the suitability of learners for this apprenticeship.

What are my career options?

Assistant Teacher; Classroom Assistant; Learning Support Assistant; Learning Support Worker; Specialist Curriculum Support; Support Assistant; Teaching Assistant