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Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice – Rufford Primary School
Invictus Education Trust
Location: Rufford Primary School Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Fixed Term (18 months max), Part-Time – 32.5 hours per week, Term Time Only (39 weeks/year) Salary: National Apprenticeship Rate
About the Role
Invictus Education Trust is a Multi Academy Trust operating six secondary schools and one primary school, employing over 750 staff and supporting 5,500+ students across Dudley, West Midlands. We are seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join Rufford Primary School for an exciting earn-as-you-learn opportunity.
What You’ll Gain:
- Paid employment while completing qualifications
- Access to a nationally recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant Standard
- Coaching, mentoring, and professional development from experienced staff
- Full support throughout your apprenticeship, including one-on-one assessor guidance
Key Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will:
- Provide high-quality support to children in their learning and development
- Foster a positive and inclusive approach within the school community
- Work collaboratively as part of the school team
- Support every child’s academic and pastoral progress
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Requirements
Entry Criteria:
- English and Maths at GCSE Grade 4/C (or equivalent), such as:
- Level 2 Functional Skills
- Other equivalent qualifications approved by apprenticeship requirements Note: If you do not meet these standards, you must be willing to work towards them alongside your apprenticeship
- A genuine passion for the education sector
Apprenticeship Training
- Provider: LMP Education
- Delivery Method: Workplace-based training only
- Assessments:
- Exams
- Coursework & portfolio of evidence
- End-Point Assessment (EPA)
- Upon completion, you will gain a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
Additional Information
Candidate Contact:
Ms Pippa Laight, PA to the Headteacher – 01384 686717 – for informal discussion
Deadlines
- Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday, 13th July 2026
- We reserve the right to close applications early if high-quality candidates are found promptly
Interview Dates
To be confirmed
Vital Safeguarding & Recruitment Compliance
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The Trust fully complies with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, including an enhanced online background check (prior to interviews) to detect any prior incidents or risks.
Required Pre-employment Checks
- Enhanced DBS check with Children’s Barred List verification (check required under regulated activity rules)
- Identity verification
- Disclosure of previous convictions/cautions (filtered in line with the DBS Filtering Guidance)
- Verification through Check a Teacher’s Record (where applicable)
⚠️ Note: It is a criminal offence to apply if already barred from working with children.
Disclosure Clarification
Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, some cautions/convictions can be protected. For further disclosure guidance, refer to the Ministry of Justice website.
Inclusivity Policy
Invictus Education Trust is committed to equal opportunity recruitment, ensuring no candidate is disadvantaged due to protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
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