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Start your career as a teaching assistant.
The programme is aimed at those starting a career as a teaching assistant, supporting teaching and learning within an educational setting.
Safeguarding at the Core
Learners develop a strong understanding of safeguarding, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Prevent, online safety, and recognising risks such as exploitation and modern slavery.
What will you learn?
Apprentices will develop the fundamental skills needed to work effectively in the classroom, supporting pupil development and working alongside teachers to deliver learning activities.
Knowledge includes promoting positive behaviour, supporting wellbeing, and understanding safeguarding practices.
Why choose this programme?
Designed to enhance educational support, promote student engagement and improve classroom efficiency, this programme includes crucial topics such as child development, classroom support strategies and safeguarding practices.
achievement rate
for knowledge and professionalism
in education awareness
support strategies
Start date: Register your interest for more information
Course Duration: 21 Months
Delivery method
The apprentice will work towards the Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard at level 3, and may also be required to achieve Functional Skills at level 2 in Maths and English prior to completion (Functional Skills will not be required if exemptions are held).
During the apprenticeship, the employer and Access Trainer will agree when the apprentice is ready for the End Point Assessment (EPA).
An independent assessment organisation will carry out the EPA to assess whether the apprentice has met all of the requirements of the standard. EPA typically includes:
A Teaching Assistant apprentice can provide valuable support to teachers, helping to deliver learning activities, manage classroom behaviour, and give pupils more individual attention.
Train your apprentice in line with your school’s approach, policies and pupil needs, ensuring they gain the knowledge and skills to effectively support your staff and learners.
An apprentice can help create a positive and inclusive learning environment, supporting pupils’ academic development, wellbeing, and engagement across the school day.
We can upskill existing employees by enrolling them onto a teaching assistant apprenticeship or if you’re looking to grow your business, we can recruit an apprentice on your behalf.
Kickstart your career with an apprenticeship that’s right for you. Explore a range of opportunities across the North East and take the first step towards learning, growth and an exciting future.