- Employer:
- Ap Prentis Cyf
- Location:
- Golftyn Lane, Connah's Quay, CH5 4BH, United Kingdom.
- Pay:
- Apprenticeship rates
- Hours of work:
- 16-30 hours per week
- Training provider:
- Achieve More Training Ltd
- Level:
- Foundation Apprenticeship (Level 2)
- Sector:
- Education and Information Services
- Pathway:
- Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
- Possible start date:
- 01 September 2026
- Closing date:
- 30 August 2026
- Positions available:
- 1
- Vacancy ID:
- 7063
About the apprenticeship
Duties
As a workshop technician / teaching assistant you would support teachers and help young people gain confidence and build up their skills in a D+T environment.
Job roles will include:
Working within a workshop full-time as a Technician / Teaching Assistant.
Promote sustainable use of natural resources.
Ensure safe working practices are adhered to by learners.
Support learners with practical skills in D+T workshop.
Support learners through the skills needed and methods used to create a variety of products, from design to producing it.
Support learners to gather evidence
Be involved in mentoring learners and building their confidence and capabilities.
Helping learners who need extra support to complete tasks.
Understand the safeguarding and behaviour policy and you’re role within these policies.
Ensure learners follow H+S guidelines and Normal Operating procedures in the workshop.
Working with young people aged 11 – 16.
Supporting a teacher in various roles within the workshop.
Ability to conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times whilst working for the school.
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
Skills
Desirable qualities
Any previous experience working in design and technology.
Any previous experience supporting other workers / young people.
Strong communicational skills relevant to both young people and adults.
Ability to self-manage groups and support activities.
Personal qualities
Reliable
Smart appearance
Professional attitude
A level of maturity with working in a woodwork environment will be required
Ambitious and hard working
Desire to be a positive role model to young people
Qualifications
Minimum A*-C GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths
Language
- Welsh Spoken Skills:
- No
- Welsh Written Skills:
- No
Course details
- Training provider:
- Achieve More Training Ltd
- Training provider course:
- Level 2/3 Supporting, Teaching and Learning
About the employer
Golftyn Lane, Connah's Quay, CH5 4BH, United Kingdom
Disability confident
No, we are not part of the Disability Confident Scheme from the UK Department for Work and Pensions.
Please note that all apprenticeships are open to everyone. However, some organisations have worked to achieve Disability Confident accreditation. You should always apply for the apprenticeship you feel best suited to.
Interview arrangements
Initial phone call followed by interview at the school
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