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Gwersyllt CP School - Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Employer:
Ap Prentis Cyf
Location:
Dodd's Lane, Gwersyllt, LL11 4NT, 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 November 2026
Closing date:
31 October 2026
Positions available:
1
Vacancy ID:
7213
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About the apprenticeship

Duties

Provide personal care, including toileting, nappy changing, wiping and maintaining personal hygiene, while respecting the pupil’s dignity and privacy.
Provide dedicated 1-2-1 support to the pupil throughout the school day, in and outside the classroom.
Support the pupil to access learning and develop their communication, literacy, numeracy, social and independence skills.
Work closely with the class teacher and school staff to support the pupil’s learning and wellbeing.
Follow school policies, including safeguarding, behaviour, health and safety and intimate-care procedures.
Maintain professionalism, confidentiality and appropriate boundaries at all times.

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

Any previous experience working with children
Any previous experience with special educational needs (SEN)
Strong Welsh, English & Mathematics
Communicational skills relevant to both children and adults
Competent skills in numeracy, literacy and ICT
Ability to self-manage and organise own time
Personal qualities
Reliable
Smart appearance
Professional attitude
A level of maturity with working in a school environment will be required
Ambitious and hard working
Desire to be a positive role model to young people

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 NVQ Supporting, Teaching and Learning

About the employer


Dodd's Lane, Gwersyllt, LL11 4NT, 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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