Trainee Teaching Assistant – Primary School – Hertfordshire
Teaching Assistant | Learning Support Assistant | Classroom Assistant
Location: Hertford, Hertfordshire
Pay: Between £55/day to £85/day depending on expeirence
Start Date: November 2026
Contract: Full-Time, 11-month apprenticeship
Earn while you learn as a Trainee Teaching Assistant
Are you looking to start a rewarding career in education while gaining a fully funded qualification and valuable hands‑on experience?
We’re recruiting a Trainee Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Hertford, where you’ll gain practical classroom experience while working towards a fully funded Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification worth £7,000!
This is a fantastic opportunity to earn from day one, develop your skills and build a long‑term career in education, all while making a real difference to children’s learning and development.
Why does this role stand out?
- Earn while you learn, receiving a competitive daily rate from your first day in the classroom.
- FREE Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification worth £7,000!
- Opportunity to progress onto a Level 4 HLTA qualification.
- Full mentoring and ongoing support from Engage Education and your school‑based mentor.
- Gain valuable practical, school‑based experience while completing your training.
- Develop essential skills in classroom practice, safeguarding, behaviour management and supporting pupils with additional needs.
About the role:
- Support pupils every day by helping them develop their learning, confidence and independence.
- Assist with engaging lessons across the primary age range, working alongside experienced teachers and support staff.
- Provide one‑to‑one and small‑group support to help pupils access learning and make progress.
- Support pupils with additional needs, adapting your approach to help every child feel included and valued.
- Promote positive behaviour and wellbeing, helping maintain a safe, nurturing and productive classroom environment.
- Prepare learning resources and activities to support effective teaching and learning.
- Become part of a supportive school community, building positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
About the school:
- Join a welcoming primary school in Hertford, committed to supporting pupils’ academic, social and emotional development.
- Work in a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where children are encouraged to build confidence and achieve their potential.
- Collaborate with experienced teaching staff to support pupils across the primary age range.
- Gain valuable experience supporting children with different learning styles, abilities and needs.
- Develop your classroom skills within a school environment that values positive relationships and pupil progress.
- An excellent opportunity for an aspiring Teaching Assistant to gain the experience needed to pursue a long‑term career in education.
Who should apply?
This role is ideal for:
- Aspiring teachers.
- Psychology or education graduates.
- Existing support staff looking to progress.
- Career changers passionate about working with children.
- Candidates with previous childcare, youth work or school‑based experience.
Requirements:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Be committed to completing the 11‑month apprenticeship programme.
- Meet the relevant apprenticeship eligibility criteria.
- Not already hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Education that makes you ineligible for this apprenticeship.
- Be enthusiastic, reliable and passionate about supporting children’s learning and development.
Training & benefits
- Complete your apprenticeship training outside normal school hours, minimising disruption to your placement.
- FREE Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification worth £7,000!
- Access to free CPD sessions via Creative Education.
- Your own dedicated Engage Education consultant to support you throughout the application process and programme.
- Ongoing guidance from a school‑based mentor.
- £50 ‘Refer a Friend’ Amazon voucher via our EngageNow app.
- Opportunities to progress into more senior support roles, including HLTA.
- Potential to secure a permanent position following successful completion, subject to the school’s requirements and available vacancies.
All candidates must complete the required pre‑employment compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check, before starting work.
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Teaching Assistant – Hertford employer: Engage Partners Limited
Engage Education is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity for aspiring educators to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment. With competitive pay rates significantly above standard apprenticeship levels and a fully funded Level 3 qualification, employees can expect not only professional growth but also dedicated mentoring from experienced SEN professionals. The warm and welcoming culture of the 2-form entry primary school in Middleton fosters a nurturing atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those passionate about special educational needs to thrive.
