Inclusion Teaching Assistant Apprentice

33.5 hours per week, term time only September start (including 1/2 day non contact time to complete apprenticeship work with the training provider). The course lasts for 15-18 months from the first session and you may start working in school before you start the college course. You will be based in one of our primary schools.

The Prince Albert Community Trust (PACT) wish to appoint Inclusion Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join our team at Sutton Park Primary School. We are a forward thinking and innovative Multi Academy Trust (MAT) with fantastic pupils and Trustees, supportive governors and a great community. We place bespoke professional development and support at the heart of all we do. We are relentless in the pursuit of excellence for all our stakeholders and firmly believe in the coaching model. We are passionate about children’s learning, creative in our approach and constantly reflective in our philosophy.

Our family of schools consist of Prince Albert Primary School, Heathfield Primary School, Highfield J&I School, Birchfield Primary School and Sutton Park Primary School, Prince Albert High School and Lakey Lane Primary School. We are a developing MAT, growing steadily with the opportunity for further internal promotion. We have opportunities at most of our schools and you will be placed according to the needs of the schools.

We wish to appoint apprentices who:

• Are passionate about working with children with a range of Special Educational Needs
• Have a passion for ensuring the very best for our children
• Can show initiative and can work as part of a team
• Are motivated, enthusiastic and adaptable
• Can establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships
• Can communicate with children, parents and staff effectively
• Have excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Are willing to train and continue own learning
• Demonstrate good literacy and good numeracy skills
• Demonstrate professional conduct at all times

We can offer:

• Enthusiastic pupils who are willing to learn
• A positive and stimulating learning environment which values the contribution of all staff
• A supportive and experienced leadership team to work alongside
• A hard-working and enthusiastic group of staff
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• A working culture that promotes diversity, equality, and social justice
• A caring working environment where your welfare is of paramount importance
• A well-resourced MAT with a healthy budget

Benefits: As a PACT employee you will have access to benefits listed below:

• Health Cash Plan
• Discounted gym membership
• 24/7 GP Helpline
• Retail discounts and cashback
• Free and confidential advice, information, and counselling service
• Well-being days

The PACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Closing Date: 6 September 2026