Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship – Gain Qualifications Whilst You Earn

Heywood, Langley & Blackley | Full-Time | Start Your Career in Education

Want to become a qualified Teaching Assistant but don’t want to pay thousands for training courses?

This could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

We’re working with welcoming primary schools across Heywood, Langley and Blackley who are looking for aspiring Teaching Assistants to join them through a fully funded apprenticeship programme.

Instead of paying for qualifications or completing unpaid placements, you’ll gain a recognised Teaching Assistant qualification worth over £7,000, build valuable classroom experience and earn a salary whilst you learn.

If you’ve already spent time in a school and know education is the career path you want to pursue, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step.

Earn Whilst You Learn

This programme has been designed to help enthusiastic individuals build a long-term career in education.

You’ll benefit from:

• A fully funded qualification worth over £7,000
• A salary whilst completing your training
• Real classroom experience from day one
• Ongoing support from experienced school staff
• Valuable SEND experience supporting children on a 1:1 basis
• No course fees and no student debt
• A recognised qualification that schools value
• Opportunities to secure a permanent role after completion

If your ambition is to become a qualified Teaching Assistant, there are few opportunities that offer the same combination of training, experience and career progression.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll work closely with teachers and SEND staff to support children both academically and emotionally throughout the school day.

Your role will include:

• Supporting pupils with SEND on a 1:1 basis
• Delivering small-group interventions
• Encouraging children’s confidence, engagement and independence
• Helping create a positive learning environment
• Building meaningful relationships with pupils and staff
• Supporting children’s progress both inside and outside the classroom

No two days are the same, making this a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants a career that makes a genuine difference.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for people who genuinely want a future in education.

You’ll need:

• A minimum of two weeks’ experience in a school setting
• A passion for supporting children and helping them succeed
• An interest in working with pupils with additional needs
• A positive and proactive attitude
• A willingness to learn and develop professionally
• A desire to build a long-term career within schools

This opportunity is ideal for school leavers, college leavers, graduates, career changers or anyone who has gained school experience and wants to turn that experience into a career.

Take The First Step

A lot of people discover they love working in schools but aren’t sure how to turn that passion into a career.

This apprenticeship gives you the chance to gain a recognised qualification, develop practical classroom skills and get paid whilst doing it.

If you’re passionate about working with children and ready to invest in your future, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the first step towards becoming a qualified Teaching Assistant.