At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's learning and assist with personal care in a primary school setting.
- Company: Join the Pele Trust team at Heddon on the Wall St Andrews CE Primary School.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience with structured training and potential for continued employment.
- Other info: 18-month apprenticeship with flexible working hours during term time.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while kickstarting your career in education.
- Qualifications: GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above required.
The predicted salary is between 15000 - 16000 £ per year.
Pele Trust is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join the team at Heddon on the Wall St Andrews CE Primary School. This role is perfect for someone passionate about supporting children’s learning and looking to begin a rewarding career in education. The school will consider applications for either Level 3 Early Years Educator, based within a nursery or Reception setting, or Level 3 Teaching Assistant.
Duration: 18 months
Annual Wage: National minimum apprenticeship wage
Working Hours: 35 hours per week, scheduled between 8.00am and 6.00pm, Monday to Friday, term time only.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Supporting children in their learning and helping them stay on task
- Assisting with pupils’ personal care, hygiene, and welfare where required
- Building positive relationships and acting as a role model
- Preparing and clearing classrooms and supporting displays
- Assisting with behaviour management during lessons, breaks, and clubs
Training & Qualification: You will receive day-to-day guidance from an experienced mentor, alongside structured training delivered by Northumberland County Council. Qualification: Level 3 Teaching Assistant or Level 3 Early Years Educator. On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities for continued employment within Pele Trust, depending on school needs and available positions.
What We’re Looking For:
- Organised with attention to detail
- Creative and proactive
- Patient, flexible, and reliable
- Honest and trustworthy
- Good literacy and numeracy
- Ability to use initiative and solve problems
Essential Qualifications: GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above.
If you’re enthusiastic, caring, and ready to make a real difference in a primary school setting, we’d love to hear from you.
Safeguarding Children: This Trust is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and a range of other recruitment checks. In accordance with Department for Education’s Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, as part of the recruitment process we will undertake an online search of publicly available information of shortlisted candidates. This search will be undertaken by someone who is not part of the decision-making process, and after the shortlisting stage, any relevant incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, may be explored at interview.
Applicants may be invited to interview in advance of the closing date and we reserve the right to close the advert in advance of any published closing date.
For more information about the role contact Cheryl Smith, School Business Manager @ cheryl.smith@ppschool.uk. To apply please submit your application to cheryl.smith@ppschool.uk.
Apprentice Teaching Assistant or Apprentice Early Years Educator in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Pele Trust
PELE Trust is an exceptional employer that values the growth and development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. As a Teaching Assistant Apprentice at Heddon on the Wall St Andrews CE Primary School, you will benefit from hands-on experience in a nurturing environment, with opportunities for professional development and training to enhance your skills. Join us in making a meaningful impact on children's education while enjoying the rewarding experience of working in a vibrant community.
