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Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College · Sandbach · posted 30 September 2026

Wage
£15,392 a year
Hours
37 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 10 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Teaching assistant (level 3)
Starts
9 November 2026
Closing date
4 November 2026
Positions
1

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To support the engagement and progress of students with a range of needs in the classroom environment, primarily supporting those with additional needs. To work as part of the school team and support the SENCO and Assistant SENCO to further develop the department.

Main Responsibilities:

  • To be proactive in the classroom environment using a range of strategies to support students understanding
  • Working with teaching staff and specialist advice collaboratively, to ensure students' progress towards learning objectives and learning targets are achieved
  • Plan and develop one to one or small group intervention using a range of engaging activities to promote progress
  • Provide support for teaching staff to aid the strategies they implement in the classroom
  • Provide support to meet the needs of individual students with specific medical conditions, including personal care
  • Observe and monitor students' progress, both academically and socially, to provide accurate assessments of progress and provide appropriate feedback to teaching staff on problem areas to aid the pupils learning
  • Support the activities of individuals and groups of students to ensure their safety and wellbeing in accordance with the school's managing behaviour strategies and policies

Your training

Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship You will work towards the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard. You'll receive regular one-to-one coaching and workplace support, including observations, teaching sessions and professional development activities. Training is tailored to your role, helping you develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to succeed as a Teaching Assistant and achieve your apprenticeship qualification.

Where it leads

Upon successful completion of the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship, you will achieve a nationally recognised qualification and have the skills, knowledge and confidence to support teaching and learning across a school setting. You will be able to support pupils' academic, social and emotional development, work effectively with teaching staff, and contribute to creating an inclusive and positive learning environment. There is also the opportunity to further progress in this sector.

About Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College

Sandbach High are searching for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to work in secondary education across all age ranges, encompassing special educational needs and emotional vulnerabilities. We are looking for a new team member, someone keen to learn and excel. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to build a career in education.

Things to consider

* Salary negotiable upto £10.25 per hour * Enhance DBS to be submitted in line with school procedures * The school is accessible on public transport.

Skills they're looking for

Administrative skillsAttention to detailCommunication skillsCreativeCustomer care skillsInitiativeIT skillsLogicalNon judgementalNumber skillsOrganisation skillsPatienceProblem solving skillsTeam working

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — essential
  • GCSE Mathematics (grade 4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Middlewich Road, Sandbach, CW11 3NT

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