Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship in Middlesbrough

Ayresome Primary School are looking for a dedicated and career driven candidate to join their busy team. This is a great opportunity to gain a level 3 qualification whilst obtaining valuable classroom experience. Candidates will have to demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with a range of people including children and will also demonstrate good IT skills, and have the ability to work as part of a team.

Working week: Monday to Friday - Term time only. Daily hours to be confirmed. 35 hours per week total.

Wage: £8.00 per hour (National Apprenticeship Wage). Wage rises to National Minimum Wage after 12 months of being on programme.

Purpose of the role: Within a clear set of guidelines and instructions as directed by senior staff, support teaching and learning by working with individuals and/or small groups of pupils.

• Support the teaching and learning to individuals and/or groups of pupils in the learning environment.
• Working within a set of clear guidelines and instructions, and under the direct supervision of a teacher.
• Assisting in the preparation of work and other activities for pupils in accordance with objectives set by teaching staff.
• Support planned learning activities and teaching programmes as defined by the teacher.
• Assist in the evaluation of learning activities with teaching staff.
• Working with individual pupils and/or groups of pupils on targets and assisting pupils to meet learning objectives.
• Provide general feedback to pupils in relation to progress under the guidance of a teacher.
• Support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of the teacher.
• Support pupils in emotional and social well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate.
• Support independent learning and the inclusion of all pupils.
• Support pupils using IT in their learning activities.
• Clear up materials used in the learning environment ensuring that they are available for use as directed by the teacher, including photocopying, filing and assisting in the presentation and display of the pupils' work.
• Support pupils in their social, emotional and personal development.

The postholder may also:

• Record basic pupil data, under the direction of the teacher.
• Support children’s learning through play.
• Assist with escorting pupils on educational visits.
• Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene as required while encouraging independence.
• Work with individual pupils with special educational needs.
• Work with pupils for whom English is not their first language.

• Demonstrate good IT skills.
• Demonstrate good organisation skills.
• Have the ability to work as part of a team.
• Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbal and in writing.
• Ability to communicate with a range of people including children.

• GCSE or equivalent in English and maths at grade 4/ (Grade C) or above.
• Willingness to achieve a NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.

About the employer: At Ayresome Primary School we have an inclusive vision which enables all of our community to achieve, enjoy and know success. Our values and school ethos mean we work together with our pupils, governors, staff, and families to ensure that children in our school reach their full potential. Due to an increase in pupil numbers, we now require a Teaching Assistant Apprentice. This post is to commence on 1st September 2026.