Educational Support Apprentice
Target Nel CIC · Grimsby · posted 9 September 2026
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At Target NEL CIC, our EOTAS (Education Other Than At School) model provides a unique, child-centred approach for learners with special educational needs who may not currently thrive in a traditional school setting, or who need additional time and support to re-engage with learning. Through project-based education, we embed literacy and numeracy while providing practical, creative and hands-on experiences that build confidence, independence and real-world skills.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist with project-based educational support, adapting activities to meet individual learners' needs.
- Provide general classroom support, including setting up equipment, resources and displays.
- Undertake general classroom administration and organisational tasks.
- Support safeguarding procedures and maintain high standards of Health and Safety.
- Promote discipline, positive behaviour and respectful relationships.
- Supervise students safely both inside and outside the classroom.
- Support the teaching and development of numeracy and literacy skills.
- Assist with creative activities, including filmmaking, pottery and crafts.
- Support practical learning in construction, horticulture and wildlife.
- Assist with hospitality and cookery skills and activities.
- Complete required training, including trauma-informed practice, safeguarding, County Lines, Health and Safety and other essential topics.
- All other associated duties as required.
Your training
All delivery for this apprenticeship will take place within your place of work. A dedicated Vocational Trainer will visit on average once every 3-4 weeks, to establish a personal learning and development plan, outlining a schedule of training activities and business objectives.
You will complete a mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops, face to face training and working towards creating a portfolio of relevant practical evidence. You’ll also be supported by your colleagues at all times and will have a full induction.
You will have a review every 8-12 weeks with your Line Manager and Trainer to discuss your progress.
Where it leads
This apprenticeship programme provides a fantastic opportunity for apprentices to build a strong foundation of on and off-the-job learning. With strong growth ambitions, we offer an environment where your skills are valued, and your career can thrive. You’ll be working in a culture that encourages development, promotes wellbeing, and values teamwork.
About Target Nel CIC
At Target NEL CIC, our EOTAS (Education Other Than At School) model provides a unique, child-centred approach for learners who may not be thriving in a traditional setting or need additional time and support to re-engage with education. We use interest-led, project-based learning to develop Functional Skills in English and Maths alongside practical, creative and environmental activities. Delivered in a calm and supportive environment, our approach builds confidence, wellbeing, social skills and independence through real-world experiences, with the aim of helping learners make meaningful progress and, where appropriate, successfully transition back into mainstream education.
Things to consider
This position is term-time only and employment is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Applicants will have the opportunity to complete a Train to Employ scheme, which includes essential training and volunteering opportunities. Development will include:
- DBS Check
- Online continuous professional development
- Front-line skills
- Trauma informed practice
- First Aid
- Safeguarding
- GDPR
- County Lines
- Health and Safety at Work
- 3 Hours of volunteering each week
There are 4 different work locations for this apprenticeship role. Please check the locations to ensure you would be able to report for work on a daily basis:
- Woodlands Corner, Welholme Road, Grimsby, DN32 0LL
- Haverstoe Park, 18 Hardys Road, Cleethorpes, DN35 0DH
- Heneage Road, Grimsby, DN32 9JF
- Careers Café, Freshney Place, Grimsby, DN31 1ED
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade GCSE grade 4/C or equivalent) — essential
- GCSE Maths (grade GCSE grade 4/C or equivalent) — essential
Where you'll work
- Woodlands Corner, Welholme Road, Grimsby, DN32 0LL
- Haverstoe Park, 18 Hardy S Road, Cleethorpes, DN35 0DH
- Heneage Road, Grimsby, DN32 9JF
- Careers Cafe, Freshney Place, Grimsby, DN31 1ED
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