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Apprentice teaching assistants have the opportunity to start working in a classroom straight away. They work with the lead classroom teacher to support students, make sure lessons run smoothly and lead smaller group activities. Teaching assistants work very closely with students and often support the same ones long term. They can have a life changing impact on the people they work with.

Typical tasks include:

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• Helping pupils with their learning

• Running activities with small groups

• Supporting individual students to overcome challenges, such as with reading, writing or confidence.

• Supporting students who have special educational needs and disabilities

• Preparing the classroom with resources and displays

 

After completion, apprentices may progress to higher level teaching assistant roles and specialist teaching assistant roles.

 

Apprenticeship duration: approx. 18 months