Introduction
A vacancy has arisen for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join our team at Churnet View Middle School, with effect from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly and highly supportive team.
About the Employer
The Talentum Learning Trust was formed in April 2016. Three schools, previously in a Hard Federation, converted to academy status within the Multi-Academy Trust. The schools, Churnet View Middle School, Leek High School and Westwood College had a history of collaboration and working together which was formalised through the hard federation in 2012. A natural development was to convert to a MAT and further extend the formality of the relationship.
What You’ll Do
We have a strong commitment to raising levels of attainment through a creative approach to the curriculum. We can offer a dedicated, friendly and hardworking team of staff and governors. As a school we place an emphasis on an enriched curriculum through extra-curricular clubs, first‑hand experience and exciting events each term. Applicants will be required to enrol on an appropriate Level3 Apprenticeship course. On‑the‑job training and time allocated for coursework will be provided along with online learning and support from tutors. There are good prospects for the right candidate as the school has a good track record of employing apprentices who successfully complete their course and make a contribution to the school.
Working as an Apprentice Teaching Assistant you will provide support to teachers in preparing lessons and helping create a safe and enjoyable learning environment for all pupils. During lessons you will work together with the class teacher to support pupils with classroom activities and help to manage behaviour. Excellent communication and enthusiasm will be key in supporting all pupils to progress, achieve and overcome any barriers to learning. You will support in all areas of the curriculum including literacy, numeracy and ICT within the classroom. You will also accompany teaching staff and pupils on trips and other out‑of‑school activities. You will act as a role model for pupils and be an uplifting influence on their behaviour and performance at school. Demonstrating maturity and excellence in all you do, and promoting the ethos of the school at every opportunity, will be essential.
Training Outcome
Potential progression on to a full‑time permanent role upon completion.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical thinking
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non‑judgemental attitude
- Patience
Course Information
Course: Teaching assistant (level3)
Level: 3
Route: Education and early years
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday – Friday, usually 8.30am – 4.30pm. Term time only plus 6 Inset days.
Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Training Provider: UNIVERSITY OF DERBY
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