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Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Wightwick Hall School

Wightwick Hall School · Wolverhampton · posted 9 July 2026

Wage
£12,688 a year
Hours
30.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 4 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Teaching assistant (level 3)
Starts
1 September 2026
Closing date
9 August 2026
Positions
4

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Support to Teacher

  • Prepare the classroom as directed for lessons, clear afterwards and assist with and maintain displays of pupils’ work, notice boards, shelving systems, etc.
  • Undertake routine administrative tasks, e.g. pupil record keeping as requested.
  • Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate.
  • Appropriate liaison with parents on general pupil matters

Support to Curriculum

  • Support pupils to understand instructions in relation to curriculum subject.
  • Prepare and maintain general equipment/resources as directed by the teacher.
  • Attend training sessions as required for CPD purposes and to ensure appropriate skill level is obtained to undertake role, e.g. behaviour management strategies.

People Management

  • To comply and engage with people management polices and processes.
  • Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school. 
  • Establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals.
  • Attend and participate in regular meetings.
  • Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
  • Recognise own strengths, areas of expertise and use these to advise and support others.

Knowledge/Skills

  • Good communication skills.
  • Ability to relate well to children and adults.
  • Have good organisational skills.
  • ·Basic knowledge of first aid; e.g. emergency first aid course.
  • Ability to work constructively as part of a team and on own initiative.
  • Use basic technology – computer, video, and photocopier.
  • Have a flexible approach to work and be prepared to undertake routine admin tasks outside of the classroom if required.

Your training

  • Teaching Assistant level 3.
  • 20% off-the-job training.
  • Tutor support via the online platform Bud.

Where it leads

  • Permanent position considered on completion of the apprenticeship. 
  • Level 5 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship available. 

About Wightwick Hall School

At Wightwick Hall School, we believe that education is not just about academic achievement; it is also about developing the whole child. We encourage our pupils to explore their interests, embrace challenges, and build lasting friendships. At Wightwick Hall School, we embrace the motto "Be Curious and Thrive, Together."

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsLogicalTeam working

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths and English (grade 4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • TINACRE HILL, COMPTON, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV6 8DA

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