Job Title: Learning Support Apprenticeship
Location: St Hild’s College CE Primary School
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Salary: National Apprenticeship Wage as applicable
Weekly Hours: 37h
Working Weeks: 190 days TTO + 5 days
About the School
At St Hild’s College CE Aided Primary School, our school vision reflects a passionate commitment to learning and recognition of the uniqueness of individual learners and that we can all ‘Shine Bright’. It is driven by our desire to offer the best possible education for our pupils in partnership with parents and the local community. In July 2024, we received a ‘Good’ grade from Ofsted. This followed a very successful SIAMS inspection in December 2022 with gradings of ‘Good’ in all areas.
Having been successful in our application for the School Based Nursery Capital Grant, we are have recently completed an exciting project to expand our current EYFS provision. This has provided more places in our current 2-year old room as well as expanding our age range to include children from 9 months. Our project is enhancing the provision we offer, particularly for our increasingly diverse school community.
Job Role
We are seeking a compassionate and caring individual to join our team as a Learning Support Apprentice from September 2026. The successful candidate will play a vital role in providing inclusive support to pupils with a range of learning needs, ensuring all children have equal access to education and opportunities for success. If you are a committed, enthusiastic person with a passion for Primary Education, we invite you to express an interest in joining our team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a team player wanting to work in a brilliantly supportive, inspiring, and enjoyable working environment, giving you the opportunity to make a positive difference to the lives of young children every day.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with class teachers and Teaching Assistants to implement individualised learning plans for pupils with all levels of needs and abilities
- Provide one to one and small group interventions to help pupils overcome learning barriers and achieve academic progress
- Assist in the creation and adaptation of learning materials to suit pupils individual needs
- Foster a supportive and inclusive environment throughout school where all pupils feel valued and respected
- Provide accurate clerical support when required
- Undertake break and lunch supervision as required
- Be proactive in completing all CPD and responsibilities to complete academic aspects of an apprenticeship.
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience of working in a similar role
- A passion for working with children and a commitment to promoting well‑being and academic development
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to form strong and supportive relationships with children, families and staff
- Demonstrate patience, empathy and a positive attitude towards overcoming challenges
- A resilient, proactive and positive nature
- High levels of enthusiasm, energy and positivity when working with pupils
- Relevant qualifications or training within education, childcare or working with additional needs
Equality, Diversity, and Safeguarding
St Hild’s College CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to relevant vetting checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Part 3, including an enhanced disclosure, satisfactory references, before an offer of employment is confirmed. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check as part of the safer recruitment process. St Hild’s College CE Primary School welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.
Contact: 0191 384 7451
Email: office@sthildsprimary.org.uk
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