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Ysgol Maes Hyfyrd - Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Employer:
Ap Prentis Cyf
Location:
Ysgol Maes Hyfryd, Fifth Avenue, CH6 5QL, 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:
3
Vacancy ID:
7042
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About the apprenticeship

Duties

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.
Developing professional relationships with teachers, staff and pupils.

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.

Requirements

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.

Qualifications

GCSE Grade A-C

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


Ysgol Maes Hyfryd, Fifth Avenue, CH6 5QL, 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 school

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