Summary The Governors of Coupe Green Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspiring apprentice teaching assistant. They should have high expectations and the drive to ensure our children achieve their true potential. Coupe Green is a small primary school set in beautiful surroundings. Wage £11,778 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Term time only Training course Teaching assistant (level 3) Hours Monday to Friday. 30 hours a week Start date Monday 1 September 2025 Duration 2 years Positions available 1 Work Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience. What you'll do at work Under the guidance of teachers and teaching assistants, the apprentice will be involved in working with children to support their education, as well as personal, social and emotional development. They should establish positive relationships to assist in structured learning activities and free play. Duties may include supporting learning activities, assisting in the development of skills that support pupils' learning and supporting children with additional needs. The apprentice will assist in pupil supervision and pupil progress and development. Where you'll work Coupe Green Hoghton Preston PR5 0JR Training Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills. College or training organisation NELSON AND COLNE COLLEGE Your training course Teaching assistant (level 3) Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab) What you'll learn Course contents Apply strategies to support and encourage the development of independent learners. Adapt communication strategies for the audience and context. Apply behaviour management strategies in line with organisational policy. Adapt resources to support all learners. Communicate with teachers to ensure clarity of the TA’s role. Apply teaching strategies to deliver learning activities or interventions. Build relationships with learners, teachers, other professionals and stakeholders. Comply with legislation, guidance, and procedures for Prevent, safeguarding and health & safety. Support the well-being and mental health of learners. Observe, record, and report on learners in line with organisational procedures. Apply methods of formative assessment. Use up to date technology safely, to support learning. Encourage safe use of technology by learners. Adapt teaching strategies to support all learners (for example, scaffolding, open questioning). Identify and respond to pastoral and academic behaviours in learners. Provide feedback to learners. Apply strategies to support and encourage the development of independent learners. Adapt communication strategies for the audience and context. Apply behaviour management strategies in line with organisational policy. Adapt resources to support all learners. Communicate with teachers to ensure clarity of the TA’s role. Apply teaching strategies to deliver learning activities or interventions. Build relationships with learners, teachers, other professionals and stakeholders. Comply with legislation, guidance, and procedures for Prevent, safeguarding and health & safety. Support the well-being and mental health of learners. Observe, record, and report on learners in line with organisational procedures. Apply methods of formative assessment. Use up to date technology safely, to support learning. Encourage safe use of technology by learners. Adapt teaching strategies to support all learners (for example, scaffolding, open questioning). Identify and respond to pastoral and academic behaviours in learners. Provide feedback to learners. Your training plan You will join a school where training and professional development is highly valued. Staff wellbeing is a priority. You will be supported to gain your Teaching Assistant Level 3 qualification which is the stepping stone for a future career. You will learn above and beyond in our nurturing, forward thinking school. This experience will make you stand out from the rest. Requirements Desirable qualifications GCSE in: English (grade 4 or better) Maths (grade 4 or better) Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know. Skills Communication skills Organisation skills Team working About this company Our Vision At Coupe Green, our mission is to create an inspirational and vibrant community where all members are able to achieve excellence as proud, confident individuals. http://www.coupegreen.co.uk/ (opens in new tab) After this apprenticeship There is no guarantee of a role at the end of this apprenticeship, but support will be given. Ask a question The contact for this apprenticeship is: NELSON AND COLNE COLLEGE 01254 853518 The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000326868.