Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship (19 Months)
Summary:
Join our Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship for a fulfilling journey in education. Gain hands-on experience supporting teachers, assisting students, and fostering positive learning environments. Apply now to kickstart your career in education and make a difference in students’ lives.
What you’ll do at work:
As a Teaching Assistant Apprentice, you’ll embark on a rewarding journey, where each day offers a diverse array of responsibilities aimed at fostering student success and supporting teachers. Your typical day will encompass a range of duties and tasks such as:
- Assisting teachers in the preparation of lesson materials, ensuring classrooms are conducive to learning, and setting up necessary equipment for instructional activities.
- Providing invaluable support to students during classroom sessions, offering guidance, encouragement, and clarification on learning tasks to enhance comprehension and academic progress.
- Offering individualised assistance to students who may require additional support or have specific learning needs, tailoring your approach to address their unique requirements and facilitate their learning journey.
- Collaborating closely with teachers to monitor student behaviour, promote a positive and inclusive classroom environment, and implement effective strategies for managing student conduct and engagement.
- Assisting teachers with administrative tasks, including grading assignments, maintaining accurate records of student progress, and organising educational materials to ensure efficient classroom operations.
- Actively participating in staff meetings and professional development sessions, where you’ll have the opportunity to expand your knowledge, refine your skills, and stay updated on best practices in education.
Through these varied responsibilities, you’ll gain invaluable hands-on experience, develop a comprehensive understanding of the teaching profession, and make a tangible difference in the lives of students. This immersive apprenticeship will provide you with a solid foundation for a fulfilling career in education and equip you with the skills and confidence needed to thrive in diverse classroom settings.
Where you’ll work:
Nishkam School Trust – Head Office Great King Street North
Birmingham
B19 2LF
Requirements
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
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
DBS Checks.
About this employer
Nishkam High School is a Sikh ethos, multi-faith school that nurtures pupils of all faiths and beliefs and those of no faith. The Nishkam ethos is to create a selfless mind-set, to go beyond ourselves to serve others, create supportive communities and to realise our true potential. The core of Nishkam education is the triple pursuit of academic excellence, creating a community that supports children and nurturing a strong values-led approach to life. The school was judged “Outstanding” across all categories by Ofsted in March 2025.
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After this apprenticeship
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