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Teaching Assistant SEND Apprenticeship - Gilmour Primary School

Liverpool City Council · Liverpool · posted 13 July 2026

Wage
£14,560 a year
Hours
35 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 4 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Teaching assistant (level 3)
Starts
1 September 2026
Closing date
24 August 2026
Positions
3

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Responsibilities:

  • Implement planned learning activities and teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher.
  • Adapt learning activities in response to pupils’ needs to ensure effective learning outcomes.
  • Contribute to the planning and evaluation of learning activities, providing feedback on pupil progress and behaviour.
  • Support the monitoring, assessment, and recording of pupil progress and activities.
  • Provide feedback to pupils on their attainment and progress under the guidance of the teacher.
  • Support learning by preparing and providing resources for lessons and activities as directed by the teacher.
  • Liaise with other staff and share relevant information about pupils when appropriate.
  • Understand and support pupils with special educational needs.
  • Assist in supporting volunteers and other learning support staff within the classroom.

Experience and skills required include:

  • High levels of literacy, numeracy and computer skills (Will have GCSE grade C and above
    (Or equivalent) English and Maths.
  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • The ability to maintain confidentiality
  • The ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
  • A positive attitude, demonstrating flexibility and good-humour 

Your training

  • Apprenticeship Level: Level 3 Teaching Assistant SEND  Apprenticeship
  • Expected Duration: 16 months
  • Training: All learning will be delivered online alongside full-time placement at the school. 

Where it leads

Possible full-time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship. 

About Liverpool City Council

Gilmour Primary School is a large primary school in Garston Liverpool. We are three form entry and pride ourselves on a warm, welcoming and friendly environment.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsAdministrative skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths and English (grade 4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Southbank Road, Garston, Liverpool, L19 9AR

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