Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship – Oasis Academy Shirley Park Lower School

About The Employer

Oasis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Oasis Academy Clarksfield is driven by a powerful ethos which aspires to treat everyone inclusively and recognises the importance of a holistic approach to education. We create a thriving academy that is the heart of our community, committed to developing successful learners who are fully equipped for life in the 21st Century. Their academy will be a happy, vibrant and caring learning environment where risk‑taking and challenge is encouraged.

About The Role

• Working week: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm, 35 hours per week, Term time only
• Wage: £8.58 per hour
• Location: 47 Stroud Green Way, Croydon, CR0 7BE
• Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3 Teaching Assistant
• Duration: 16 months

Overview Of The Role

Oasis Academy Shirley Park is seeking two motivated and compassionate Teaching Assistant Apprentices to join our warm, inclusive, and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable, hands‑on experience in a vibrant primary school environment while studying towards a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll work closely with experienced teachers and staff to support pupils, particularly those with special educational needs (SEN). You’ll help create a positive, nurturing learning atmosphere where all children can thrive. You’ll also benefit from on‑the‑job training, professional mentoring, and dedicated support to help you grow into a confident, skilled education professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning activities across classes, groups, or individual pupils with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities
• Help raise attainment and encourage pupil independence
• Support children’s emotional, social, and physical well‑being
• Promote inclusion and equal opportunities within the classroom
• Assist with planning and delivering engaging learning activities
• Work under the guidance of class teachers, SEN coordinators, and your line manager
• Complete training and coursework as part of your apprenticeship journey
• Potentially support the personal care of pupils with SEND, such as meal and snack times, washing hands, toilet training, nappy changing, etc.

Apprenticeship Summary

• You will work towards your Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification across a total duration of 16 months!
• Training provider: LMP Group: https://lmp-group.co.uk/
• All online/remote learning, no classroom or college day release
• An allocated tutor will support you throughout the apprenticeship!

About The Candidate

• A genuine passion for working with children
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A reliable, punctual, and committed attitude
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• Confidence in your ability and a willingness to learn
• Previous experience working with children (desirable but not essential)
• Kind, caring, and compassionate nature
• Proactive and able to use your initiative
• Responsible, punctual, and dependable
• Positive and enthusiastic approach to work

Qualifications Required

• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) essential
• GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) essential

Other Things To Consider

• You will be required to provide the details of two references before proceeding to interview stage.

Apprenticeship Overview

• Milestone 1. Keeping children safe in Education – (KCSIE Policy, child protection, safeguarding awareness, serious case reviews, health, safety and wellbeing legislation)
• Milestone 2. Professional Standards and Personal Accountability – (Relationships and Role Modelling, CPD and Personal development)
• Milestone 3. Child Development and Behaviours – (Child Development Practitioners, stages of development, Behaviour Management)
• Milestone 4. Curriculum and Technology – (School ICT Systems, using technology, National Curriculum key Stages)
• Milestone 5. Learning and Assessment Strategies – (Assessment procedures, feedback techniques, SEND Strategies and partnership working)
• Milestone 6. Prep for End Point Assessment

Next steps & Pre‑employment checks

• Permitting you’re eligible for the role: Please expect to receive contact from our LMP Education Recruitment team, to discuss your application further.
• You will be required to complete an application form as part of Oasis Academy’s safer recruitment process.
• Additionally, please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, DBS checks and references will be obtained as part of your enrolment.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Internship
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industry: Education