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Stephenson Way Academy & Nursery School
Stephenson Way Academy & Nursery School offers the opportunity for achievement, the motivation for development, and the support for independent growth in a caring environment. As a Teaching Assistant, you will support the class teacher to enhance pupils' learning, while your own development is supported through your apprenticeship.
Wage
- £13,520 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
- National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
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Training Course
- Teaching assistant (level 3)
Hours
- 32.5 hours Monday to Friday, term-time only.
- 32 hours 30 minutes a week
Start Date
- Monday 12 October 2026
Duration
- 1 year
Positions Available
- 1
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Stephenson Way Academy & Nursery School is one of seven schools which forms part of Tudhoe Learning Trust. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join us for a period of up to 18 months. The role is based in Stephenson Way Academy & Nursery School and offered at 32.5 hours per week and on a term-time basis. Within your apprenticeship, you may be required to work different year groups, supporting teaching & learning in a variety of ways, including group work and one-to-one support, with the aim that all pupils can access our curriculum. The apprenticeship will commence once conditional offer checks are completed.
As an apprentice, you will develop skills, knowledge, and experience of working within Education and you will also develop:
- An understanding of current statutory guidance including ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ Part 1, Safeguarding policies, prevent strategy
- Recognise different stages of child development through school e.g. transition between key stages and year groups
- Support and encourage pupils to move towards independent learning
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Employee Benefits
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Onsite parking
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee discounts
- Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities
Where you'll work
Stephenson Way
DL5 7DD
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training Provider
REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED
Training Course
Teaching assistant (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents include:
- 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.
Training Schedule
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
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You will be working towards the Teaching Assistant Level 3 apprenticeship standard, which includes:
- Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours
- Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
- Functional skills in maths and English if required
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.
Requirements
Desirable Qualifications
- GCSE in:
- English Language (grade 4)
- Mathematics (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Administrative skills
- Attention to detail
- Caring
Other Requirements
Tudhoe Learning Trust is committed to promoting the welfare of and safeguarding all children in its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory references, online searches, and you will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS.
About this Employer
At Stephenson Way Academy & Nursery School, we offer the opportunity for achievement, the motivation for development, and the support for independent growth in a caring environment, which values every individual, learning together to achieve our full potential.
After this Apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Skills that you can apply to a role in schools, as a qualified Teaching Assistant.
Ask a Question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED
Mohammad Ali
Mohammad.Ali@realisetraining.com
0333 444 3973
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000054530.
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Closes in 16 days (Thursday 8 October 2026)
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