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Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Enhance Academy Trust · Pontefract · posted 16 July 2026

Wage
£13,520 a year
Hours
32.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Teaching assistant (level 3)
Starts
1 September 2026
Closing date
14 August 2026
Positions
1

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  • Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
  • Working one-to-one and in small groups with pupils, particularly those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
  • Assisting with the preparation and organisation of learning materials and resources
  • Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting our school’s Christian values
  • Supporting children at playtimes and lunchtimes, encouraging active and inclusive play
  • Contributing to record-keeping and tracking progress, under supervision
  • Ensuring all pupils have equal access to learning and feel safe and supported
  • Working primarily within Key Stage 2 although this may vary depending on the needs of the school

Your training

  • Teaching Assistant Level 3
  • Your training will be provided in the workplace with monthly support from your vocational coach, who will either visit you on site to observe your practice and develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours, or meet you via teams' link for teaching and discussion
  • The programme of learning is a blend of theory and hands on practical experiences with access to an e portfolio and online Learning Hub with a wealth of resources

Where it leads

  • This position is temporary in the first instance. Achievement of the teaching assistant apprenticeship may offer opportunities to take up a range of positions in education including one to one roles supporting children with additional needs
  • You may progress to the Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship following a SEND pathway

About Enhance Academy Trust

Featherstone All Saints is a welcoming, friendly and supportive school, which places the learners at the heart of everything we do. We aim to provide a high quality education within a caring Christian environment which will help them to grow and flourish. Through our engaging curriculum, we ensure that children can foster a passion for learning and curiosity that will help to develop high aspirations and a lifetime of memories. We believe in ensuring that children receive a well-rounded curriculum; where individual talents can be spotted and nurtured to ensure that all children experience success and reach their full potential. The school has a dedicated team that works hard to reach high standards in everything we do and this is further embedded through our successful relationships with parents, the local community and the other schools including those in the Enhance Academy Trust. We firmly believe that education is a partnership between home and school and regard parents as active partners in their child's education and value their interest and support.

Things to consider

Applicants will need to pass a DBS check Occasional evening or weekend attendance at events It is desirable but not essential to have GCSE maths and English Grades 4/C or above or equivalent. Most importantly the successful candidate will have:

  • A calm, caring, sensitive nature with a good sense of humour
  • Previous experience working with children within a school environment
  • The ability to communicate well, with good interpersonal and organisational skills
  • A professional manner at all times
  • Willing to contribute ideas and share good practice
  • Committed, enthusiastic, professional and able to work as part of a team
  • Have a commitment to continuing professional development
  • Support the Christian Ethos, vision and values of the school

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsNumber skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Featherstone All Saints C of E Academy, North Close Featherstone, Pontefract, WF7 6BQ

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