Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Company: Coast and Vale Learning Trust
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Location: Plymouth
Job Description:

Role Overview

Hooe Primary Academy is looking for an Apprentice Teaching Assistant to join their team. The role involves supporting teachers and senior staff to provide safe, high-quality education and care for young children, maintaining a stimulating environment, and contributing to the school’s aims under the headteacher’s direction.

Responsibilities

  • Work under the direction of teachers and senior staff to support child protection, safeguarding, and welfare.
  • Contribute to setting aims and objectives of the school and implementing policies established by the headteacher.
  • Carry out all professional duties of a Teaching Assistant as required.

Training and Qualifications

  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
  • Behaviours, Skills & Knowledge
  • Functional Skills in Maths and English at level 2 (if not already exempt through prior qualifications)
  • Regular visits at the workplace from a designated assessor to observe progress and competence in the role.
  • Training days once a month at Plymouth Teachers and School Alliance.

Potential Employment

There may be the potential for full‑time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship across the Learning Academies Trust, for the right candidate.

Contact Information

Questions about the apprenticeship can be directed to nina.maxwell@ptsa.uk. Call 01752 402042.

Application Information

The closing date is for guidance only. Successful applicants will be invited to interview at the earliest available opportunity. The Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

Equal Opportunities and Legal Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre‑employment checks will be carried out; references will be sought for all shortlisted candidates and all shortlisted candidates will be requested to complete a questionnaire about any convictions or adult cautions that are unspent. Guidance will be given to those shortlisted. Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS.

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Posted: June 18th, 2026