About the apprenticeship
Duties
Ysgol Plas Brondyffryn is the North Wales regional centre of excellence for teaching children on the autistic spectrum. We are very proud of our school and we aim to provide a happy and nurturing environment where all pupils can achieve their full potential. We take the school’s vision “the best you can be – Y gorau y gelli fod” very seriously and this vision permeates the ethos of the school across all its sites.
Duties include:
This apprenticeship role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience working within a school environment while undertaking a Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification. The apprentice will work under the direction of teachers and school staff to support pupils’ learning, well-being, and development.
The role involves:
Supporting teaching and learning activities in the classroom.
Working with individual pupils or small groups, including those with additional learning needs (ALN).
Assisting in the preparation of learning materials and maintaining an engaging classroom environment.
Encouraging pupils’ literacy, numeracy, and communication skills.
Providing support during break times, extra-curricular activities, and school trips.
Helping pupils with personal care needs (e.g., toileting, feeding, mobility) under supervision.
Learning about and applying key school policies, including safeguarding, confidentiality, and behaviour management.
Additional information
As part of this apprenticeship, the successful candidate will undertake a structured training programme that includes:
On-the-job training – gaining practical experience within a school setting.
Off-the-job training – attending sessions covering safeguarding, behaviour management, child development, and learning strategies.
Regular assessments and feedback to track progress and improve skills.
Additional learning support, particularly in literacy, numeracy, and communication.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop a career in education with progression opportunities available upon successful completion.
Entry Requirements & Expectations
A strong interest in working in an educational setting.
A willingness to learn and undertake professional training.
A commitment to completing the apprenticeship and gaining the qualification.
Good communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
A professional and responsible approach to working with children.
Full adherence to school safeguarding and conduct policies.
Requirements
Qualifications
GCSE Grade A-C Desirable Criteria:
A genuine interest in working with children and supporting their learning and development.
A caring, patient, and professional approach
Good communication and teamwork skills
The ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively.
A positive and proactive attitude towards learning and self-development.
A commitment to safeguarding and professional conduct in line with school policies.
Willingness to develop knowledge and skills through training, mentoring, and hands-on experience.
Skills
Desirable Criteria:
A genuine interest in working with children and supporting their learning and development.
A caring, patient, and professional approach
Good communication and teamwork skills
The ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively.
A positive and proactive attitude towards learning and self-development.
A commitment to safeguarding and professional conduct in line with school policies.
Willingness to develop knowledge and skills through training, mentoring, and hands-on experience.
Welsh language
Welsh spoken skills: No
Welsh written skills: No
If you are interested in doing an apprenticeship through the medium of Welsh or bilingually, please contact the training provider to find out if it is available.
Training provided
Training provider
Achieve More Training Ltd
Qualification
Level 2/3 Supporting, Teaching and Learning
Disability confident
Is this employer disability confident: No
What is disability confident?
Disability confident employers are committed to offering equal opportunities for people with disabilities and health conditions.
Employer details
Ap Prentis Cyf
Ysgol Plas Bron Dyffryn
Park Street
Denbigh
LL16 3DR