Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Teaching Assistant Apprentice

NEWBURY ACADEMY TRUST

West Berkshire (RG14 2DU) Closes in 18 days (Monday 1 June 2026 at 11:59pm) Posted on 13 May 2026 Print Contents Summary Work Training Requirements About this employer After this apprenticeship Ask a question Apply now Summary This is an excellent opportunity to join Trinity School, a vibrant 11-18 academy in the Newbury Academy Trust. We are an ambitious, high-performing school looking for innovative colleagues who can make a difference. In return, we invest in your career, supporting you through the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Standard. Wage £24,413 a year Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Teaching assistant (level 3) Hours Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 4.00pm. Term Time Only plus 3 weeks. 35 hours a week Start date Thursday 3 September 2026 Duration 1 year 3 months Positions available 1 Work Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You'll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience. What you'll do at work Working under the direction and supervision of a qualified teacher, SENCO or Teacher in Charge of a resource unit.

Teaching and Learning:

Communicate effectively and sensitively with students to support their learning, encouraging independence Support students with their written and oral communication as necessary Read to students or listen to students read as appropriate Ensure students are focussed and on task Promote and support the inclusion of all students in the learning activities in which they are involved To assist with the supervision of, and encourage good behaviour amongst all students To work with individuals or small groups under the supervision of the teacher which may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area Provide feedback to students and the teacher on student work and engagement Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required. Log any concerns about student behaviour and/or their learning with the relevant teacher on the school system Supervise students off site on school trips and other external visits as required Specific to

ASD Resource:

To support the individual needs of students in the resource, acknowledging the need for personalisation of learning To be part of the Plan Do Review cycle to have input into Students' Support and Adjustment Plans (SAPs.)

Professional Values and Practice:

Have high expectations of all students encouraging them to live our school motto - 'Personal Excellence and Collective Responsibility' Respect students' social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic backgrounds Build and maintain successful relationships with students, treating them consistently, with respect and consideration and to be concerned for their development as learners Demonstrate and promote the same positive values, attitudes and behaviour that are expected from students Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet the needs of all students (inc SEN students) Carry out all aspects of the role effectively and to seek help, advice or guidance as necessary

Staff Development:

To take part in the school's staff development programme by participating in arrangements for further training and professional development To continue personal development in the relevant areas To engage actively in the Performance Management Review process To work as a member of a designated team and to contribute positively to effective working relations within the school Where you'll work Trinity School Love Lane Shaw Newbury West Berkshire

RG14 2DU

Training Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You'll study to gain professional knowledge and skills. Training provider

WEST BERKSHIRE TRAINING CONSORTIUM

Training course Teaching assistant (level 3) Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab) What you'll learn Course contents Apply strategies to support and encourage the development of independent learners. Adapt communication strategies for the audience and context. Apply behaviour management strategies in line with organisational policy. Adapt resources to support all learners. Communicate with teachers to ensure clarity of the TA's role. Apply teaching strategies to deliver learning activities or interventions. Build relationships with learners, teachers, other professionals and stakeholders. Comply with legislation, guidance, and procedures for Prevent, safeguarding and health & safety. Support the well-being and mental health of learners. Observe, record, and report on learners in line with organisational procedures. Apply methods of formative assessment. Use up to date technology safely, to support learning. Encourage safe use of technology by learners. Adapt teaching strategies to support all learners (for example, scaffolding, open questioning). Identify and respond to pastoral and academic behaviours in learners. Provide feedback to learners. Apply strategies to support and encourage the development of independent learners. Adapt communication strategies for the audience and context. Apply behaviour management strategies in line with organisational policy. Adapt resources to support all learners. Communicate with teachers to ensure clarity of the TA's role. Apply teaching strategies to deliver learning activities or interventions. Build relationships with learners, teachers, other professionals and stakeholders. Comply with legislation, guidance, and procedures for Prevent, safeguarding and health & safety. Support the well-being and mental health of learners. Observe, record, and report on learners in line with organisational procedures. Apply methods of formative assessment. Use up to date technology safely, to support learning. Encourage safe use of technology by learners. Adapt teaching strategies to support all learners (for example, scaffolding, open questioning). Identify and respond to pastoral and academic behaviours in learners. Provide feedback to learners. Training schedule Trinity School will support the on-going training and development within the class room, in addition there would be a monthly training session with WBTC and a 1-1 monthly meeting with your dedicated training consultant Requirements Essential qualifications GCSE in: English (grade 4) Maths (grade 4) Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know. Skills Communication skills IT skills Problem solving skills Team working Initiative Non judgemental Patience Confidentiality Professional Self Starter Calm Other requirements All shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks, they will also be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks Please also ensure you can work the required hours, you would need to be present, in school at the start time of 8.30am until 4.00pm About this employer At Trinity School we are proud of our students' achievements and proud of all our school has to offer. Our school is a place where ambitious and successful students thrive. Our dedicated and ambitious teaching staff are committed to ensuring our students leave with excellent examination results and the skills they need for the modern world; outstanding facilities provide the very best environment for learning and our high expectations drive our students to achieve personal excellence in all they do.

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//www.trinitynewbury.org (opens in new tab) After this apprenticeship Newbury Academy Trust encourage on-going training and personal development of all the team Ask a question The contact for this apprenticeship is:

WEST BERKSHIRE TRAINING CONSORTIUM

Rachel Eaves rachel@wbtc-uk.com 07922 426414 The reference code for this apprenticeship is

VAC2000031507.

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