About the apprenticeship
Duties
As a Teaching Assistant, you will support teachers and help children with their educational and social development, both inside and outside the classroom. Your role will be vital in ensuring that all students feel supported, engaged, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
Working full-time within a secondary school setting as a Teaching Assistant
Supporting pupils with numeracy, literacy, and ICT skills
Assisting children who need extra support to complete tasks
Contributing to classroom displays and preparation of learning resources
Working alongside teachers to support delivery of lessons
Supporting children both in and out of the classroom
Upholding the school’s safeguarding and behaviour policies
Working with students aged 11 to 16 in a professional and respectful manner
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
Qualifications
Minimum A*-C GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths
Apprenticeships To Be Undertaken:
Level 2/3 Supporting, Teaching and Learning
Requirements
Qualifications
Minimum A*-C GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths
Apprenticeships To Be Undertaken:
Level 2/3 Supporting, Teaching and LearningPrevious experience working with children or young people
Strong skills in English and Mathematics
Effective communication skills, suitable for both children and adults
Competence in numeracy, literacy, and ICT
Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your own time effectively
Reliable, punctual, and dependable
Smart, professional appearance
A mature and responsible attitude suitable for working in a school environment
Ambitious, hardworking, and eager to develop professionally
A strong desire to act as a positive role model for young people
Skills
Previous experience working with children or young people
Strong skills in English and Mathematics
Effective communication skills, suitable for both children and adults
Competence in numeracy, literacy, and ICT
Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your own time effectively
Reliable, punctual, and dependable
Smart, professional appearance
A mature and responsible attitude suitable for working in a school environment
Ambitious, hardworking, and eager to develop professionally
A strong desire to act as a positive role model for young people
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
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 Y Grango
Vinegar Hill, Rhosllanerchrugog
Wrexham
LL14 1EL